Question

Simplify 3(2x-2)-2(3+x)

Answer 1

1. Distribute the 3 and 2 to their respective parenthetical equations
2. (3 * 2x) + (3 * -2)  ;  (-2 * 3) + (-2 * x)
3. 6x + -6 + -6 + -2x
4. Combine like terms
5. (6x - 4x)  ;  (-6 + -6)
6. 2x + -12
7. FINAL ANSWER: 2x - 12