Question

Which expression is equivalent to 2x - 17?

A) -17 + 2x


B) -2x + 17


C) -2x - 17


D) 17 + 2x

Answer 1

The answer would be A) -17 + 2x because if we regroup it we still receive 2x - 17.

Answer 2

2x - 17 = -17 +2x because using commutative property of addition, changing order and sum remains the same.