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Simplify -2(x + 4) + 5x + 10

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First distribute through the set of parentheses.

When we distribute, we multiply the number outside

times each of the terms located inside the set.

So we have -2(x) + -2(4) or -2x - 8.

Now we have -2x - 8 + 5x + 10.

Combine like terms → your numbers and your "x" terms.

-2x + 5x is 3x and -8 + 10 is 2.

So we have 3x + 2.

3x + 2 cannot be simplified any further.

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