Question

Carter stated that 5(x + 9) - 3x is the same as 2x + 45. Lori disagreed with him and said that an equivalent expression is 2x + 9. Who was right?

Answer 1

Carter;

5 ( x + 9 ) - 3x = 2x + 45

Explanation:

Simplify the equation;

5 ( x + 9 ) - 3x

Distribute the 5, remember, you have to distribute 5 over both terms.

5x + 45 - 3x

Combine like terms;

2x + 45