Question

Simplify 22-5(2x+4) a. -10x+26 b. -10x+2 c. 34x+4 d. 34x+68

Answer 1

Hi.

$22-5(2x+4) \\ \\ \implies 22-10x-20 \\ \\ \implies -10x+22-20 \\ \\ \implies -10x +2$

Hence,

The correct option is $\boxed{\sf b. -10x+2}$

Thanks.

Answer 2

B. -10x+2


First, distribute the -5 to the 2x+4, giving you -10x-20. Then, just add the 22 to get -10x+2.