Simplify 3(2x - 4) + 5x

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To simplify the expression 3(2x - 4) + 5x, first distribute the 3 into the parentheses, then combine like terms.

Step-by-step solution

2 steps

  1. Distribute the 3

    3 * 2x = 6x
    3 * -4 = -12
    So, the expression becomes 6x - 12 + 5x.

  2. Combine like terms

    Combine the 'x' terms: 6x + 5x = 11x
    The constant term is -12.

    The simplified expression is 11x - 12.

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