Math Problem Statement

5 – 2( 3x- 4)

Solution

Let's solve the expression 52(3x4)5 - 2(3x - 4).

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Distribute the 2-2 through the parentheses: 52(3x4)=523x+245 - 2(3x - 4) = 5 - 2 \cdot 3x + 2 \cdot 4 =56x+8= 5 - 6x + 8

  2. Simplify the constants: =(5+8)6x= (5 + 8) - 6x =136x= 13 - 6x

Final Answer:

52(3x4)=136x5 - 2(3x - 4) = 13 - 6x

Would you like more details on any step or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What happens if we have 53(2x+1)5 - 3(2x + 1)?
  2. How do we solve 42(x7)+3x4 - 2(x - 7) + 3x?
  3. How do you handle an equation like 65(2x+3)=106 - 5(2x + 3) = 10?
  4. What is the result of distributing a negative sign over (x5)-(x - 5)?
  5. Can we simplify the expression 3(x2)2(x+4)3(x - 2) - 2(x + 4)?

Tip: Always simplify expressions by applying the distributive property first, then combine like terms!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Simplifying Expressions
Distributive Property

Formulas

Distributive Property: a(b + c) = ab + ac

Theorems

Distributive Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8