Question

Which best proves why the expressions 4(x+3)+2x and 6(x+2 must be equivalent expressions

Answer 1

Answer:

6x + 12 = 6x + 12

Explanation:

4(x + 3) + 2x

4x + 12 + 2x    Distribute 4.

6x + 12            Combine the like terms.

6(x + 2)          

6x + 12            Distribute 6