Question

Simplify the following algebraic expression: 2 (2x + 3y) + 3 (5 – 2x) +1+y

Answer 1

Answer: -2x+7y+16

Explanation:

1. Distribute 2 through the parentheses

• 4x+6y+3(5-2x)+1+y
• 4x+6y+15-6x+1+y

2. Collect like terms

• -2x+6y+15+1+y
• -2x+7y+15+1
• -2x+7y+16

3. Solution, -2x+7y+16