Question

Please simplify 6(–2y) – 9 + 4(–2y + 6) and include a step by step

Answer 1

-20y+15

Explanation:

distribute

= 6(-2y) + -9 + (4)(-2y) + (4)(6)

= -12y + -9 + -8y + 24

Combine like terms

= -12y + -9 + -8y + 24

=(-12y + -8y) + (-9+24)

= -20y + 15

Answer 2

Explanation:

6(–2y) – 9 + 4(–2y + 6) original equation

-12y - 9 + -8y +24 simplify groups

-20y + 15 combine like terms