Question

Simplify this expression.

8(h-4)-h-(h+7)

Solve step-by-step

Answer 1

8 (h - 4) - h - (h + 7)

8h - 32 - h - h - 7

6h - 39

3 (2h - 13)

Answer 2

6h - 39 or 3(2h - 13)

Explanation:

Distribute the terms in the parentheses.

• 8(h - 4) - h - (h + 7)
• 8h - 32 - h - h - 7

Combine like terms

• 8h - h - h - 32 - 7
• 6h - 39
• 3(2h - 13) [by grouping]