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What is the simplified expression for the expression below?

4(x + 8) + 5(x – 3)
A.9x + 5
B.9x + 11
C.9x + 17
D.9x + 47

Respuesta :

Noah11012
We have the expression 4(x + 8) + 5(x - 3).
First, expand the parentheses by using the distributive property.

4(x + 8) + 5(x - 3) = 4x + 32 + 5x - 15

Now combine like terms.

4x + 32 + 5x - 15 = 9x + 17

So, C 9x + 17 is the answer.

Answer:

c) 9x+17

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