Question

Which expression is equivalent to 8(k + m) - 15(2k + 5m)?
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Answer 1

-22k - 67m

Explanation:

You have to use the Distributive property:

8(k + m) - 15 (2k + 5m)

8k + 8m - 30k - 75m

Now simplify:

8k - 30k + 8m - 75m

-22k - 67m

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