Question

Simplify 12 + 3(2x - 3) + 4.
A.6x - 3
B.6x + 7
C.6x + 13

Answer 1

6x + 7

Explanation:

Let's simplify step-by-step.

12 + 3(2x−3) + 4

Distribute:

=12 + (3)(2x) + (3)(−3) + 4

=12 + 6x + −9 + 4

Combine Like Terms:

=12 + 6x + −9 + 4

=(6x) + (12 + −9 + 4)

=6x + 7

Answer 2

Explanation:

12+6x-9+4

6x+7

option B