Question

Simplify the expression by combining like terms . 2(3t + 4) + 6(t + 2)

Answer 1

2(3t + 4) + 6(t + 2)

First, distribute. The Distributive Property: a(b + c) = ab + ac. Distribute 2 and 6 to get rid of the parentheses.

2(3t + 4) + 6(t + 2)

6t + 8 + 6(t + 2)

6t + 8 + 6t + 12

Collect like terms (constants and variable terms).

6t + 8 + 6t + 12

12t + 20

The expression now has one variable term and one constant; it cannot be simplified further.

Answer:

12t + 20

Answer 2

Distribute 2 to 3t and 4, and 6 to t and 2

2(3t + 4) = 6t + 8

6(t + 2) = 6t + 12

Combine like terms:

6t + 8 + 6t + 12 = 12t + 20

12t + 20 is your answer

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