Question

1/2(12x - 16)
(Distributive property)

Answer 1

6x - 8

Explanation:

Distribute 1/2 to all terms within the parenthesis:

1/2(12x - 16) = (12x - 16)/2

12x/2 = 6x

-16/2 = -8

6x - 8 is your answer.

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