Respuesta :

Answer: 3x-8

Step-by-step explanation:

distribute- 2 times x=2x, and 2 times -4=-8

x+2x-8

combine like terms- x+2x=3x

3x-8

Answer:

[tex]\huge\boxed{\sf{3x-8}}[/tex]

Step-by-step explanation:

Hello.

In order to simplify this expression, we need to

  • Use the Distributive property (a(b+c)=ab+ac) and distribute 2
  • Combine like terms (add the x's)

[tex]\mathbb{THE\:FIRST\:STEP:}[/tex]

Distribute 2:

2(x-4)

2x-8

Step 1 is completed! :) [tex]\checkmark[/tex]

[tex]\mathbb{THE\:SECOND \ STEP:}[/tex]

Combine Like Terms:

x+2x-8

3x-8

Problem Solved! :) [tex]\huge\checkmark[/tex]

I hope it helps & have an outstanding day.

[tex]\boxed{imperturbability}[/tex]