Understanding Simplifying Expressions
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To simplify 4x + 5(3x - 12): First distribute 5 to each term inside the parentheses: 5·3x = 15x and 5·(−12) = −60. This gives 4x + 15x − 60. Then combine like terms 4x and 15x to get 19x. The simplified expression is 19x − 60.
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Simplify: $4x + 5(3x - 12)$
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Teenager Scenario
If x represents the number of game bundles you buy, you have 4x + 5(3x - 12) dollars. Simplify this expression to find your total amount.
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Find the simplified form of $(2x - 3)(x + 4)$.
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Simplify: $(4x + 5)(3x - 12)$
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