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How do i simplify 3(2x-6) using the distributive property

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Answer: 3(2x - 6) = 6x - 18 simplified.

Step-by-step explanation: To simplify 3(3x - 6) using the distributive property, all you do is multiply the number outside the parentheses by both numbers inside the parentheses. 3 x 3x and 3 x (-6).

3(3x - 6) 3 x 3x = 9x and 3 x (-6) = -18

9x - 18

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Answer:

6x - 18

Explanation:

3(2x-6)

Distribute the 3 to each term in the parentheses

3* 2x - 3*6

6x - 18

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