Question

find the product. simplify your answer.
(2j + 2)(j - 3)

Explanation:

Step1: Apply distributive property (FOIL)

$(2j)(j) + (2j)(-3) + (2)(j) + (2)(-3)$

Step2: Calculate each term

$2j^2 - 6j + 2j - 6$

Step3: Combine like terms

$2j^2 + (-6j + 2j) - 6$

Answer:

$2j^2 - 4j - 6$