Question

Simplify the given equation.

5x + 2(x-3) = -2(x - 1)


A. 7x-3 -2x - 1
B. 7x-6=-2x + 2
C. 7x-6 -2x - 2

Pls help

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

5x + 2(x-3) = -2(x - 1)

1. Distribute 2 through the parentheses:

5x + 2x - 6 = -2 (x - 1)

2. Distribute -2 through the parentheses:

5x + 2x - 6 = -2x + 2

3. Collect like terms:

7x - 6 = -2x + 2