Question

Simplify the expression -2(4+m), using the distributive property.

Answer 1

-8-2m

Explanation:

-2(4+m)

Using distributive property

= -8-2m

Answer 2

Hey there! :-)

The Distributive Property states the following:

a(b+c)=ab+ac

Where we distribute a by multiplying it times b and c

Now, let's simplify our expression:

-2(4+m)

-8-2m

or

-2m-8

Hence, the final answer is

`\boxed{\boxed{\bold{-2m-8}}}`

Hope everything is clear.

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