Question

which expression is equivalent to $2(x + 3) + 4(x - 2)$?

a. $6x + 2$

b. $6x - 2$

c. $-6x + 2$

d. $6x - 10$

Explanation:

Step1: Apply distributive property

$2(x + 3) + 4(x - 2) = 2x + 6 + 4x - 8$

Step2: Combine like terms

$2x + 4x + 6 - 8 = 6x - 2$

Answer:

b. $6x - 2$