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simplify-2(x-4)

Solution

simplify

- 2 (x - 4)

Solution

- 2 x + 8

Solution steps

- 2 (x - 4)

Apply the distributive law:

a (b - c) = ab - a c

- 2 (x - 4) = - 2 x - (- 2) \cdot 4

= - 2 x - (- 2) \cdot 4

- (- 2) \cdot 4 = 8

= - 2 x + 8

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is simplify-2(x-4) ?
The solution to simplify-2(x-4) is -2x+8