Question

What is 3n+2(−2n−1)

Answer 1

-n-2

Explanation:

First, you need to distribute the 2 on the -2n and -1. So multiply the 2 by -2n and -1. You get = -4n-2.

You still have the 3n, so the equation will now look like: 3n-4n-2.

Combine like terms. 3n-4n= -1n or just -n.

Now you have -n-2.