Question

Which expression are equivalent to 8-4(-x+5)

Answer 1

4 (x - 3)

Explanation:

Simplify the following:

8 - 4 (5 - x)

-4 (5 - x) = 4 x - 20:

4 x - 20 + 8

Grouping like terms, 4 x - 20 + 8 = 4 x + (8 - 20):

4 x + (8 - 20)

8 - 20 = -12:

4 x + -12

Factor 4 out of 4 x - 12:

Answer: 4 (x - 3)

Answer 2

4x -12

Explanation:

8-4(-x+5)

Distribute

8 -4*-x -4*5

8 +4x -20

Combine like terms

4x -12