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simplify-3(a-4b)

Solution

simplify

- 3 (a - 4 b)

Solution

- 3 a + 12 b

Solution steps

- 3 (a - 4 b)

Apply the distributive law:

a (b - c) = ab - a c

- 3 (a - 4 b) = - 3 a - (- 3) \cdot 4 b

= - 3 a - (- 3) \cdot 4 b

Simplify

- (- 3) \cdot 4 b : 12 b

= - 3 a + 12 b

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is simplify-3(a-4b) ?
The solution to simplify-3(a-4b) is -3a+12b