Question

8.5x-2(2x+8) Pls give steps and I need it in expanded from

Answer 1

You must distribute first so -2•2x=-4xand -2•8=-16
So expanded form is 8.5x•(-2•2x)+(-2•8)

Answer 2

Answer:

$\frac{9x}{2}$ - 16

Step-by-step explanation:

8.5x - 2(2x + 8)

Use the distributive property to multiply −2 by 2x+8.

8.5x - 4x - 16

Combine 8.5x and −4x to get 4.5x.

4.5x - 16

= $\frac{9x}{2}$ - 16