Question

write an expression equivalent to $8(-2y + 6 - 3)$. $8(-2y + 6 - 3) = \square y +?$

Explanation:

Step1: Simplify constants inside parentheses

$8(-2y + (6-3)) = 8(-2y + 3)$

Step2: Apply distributive property

$8\times(-2y) + 8\times3$

Step3: Calculate each term

$-16y + 24$

Answer:

$-16y + 24$
(The first box is $-16$, the second box is $24$)