Question

factor the expression 3b + 4 + 10 + 6b - 2. first, combine like terms. 3b + 4 + 10 + 6b - 2 = b + ?

Explanation:

Step1: Combine like - terms of b

Combine $3b$ and $6b$. Since $3b+6b=(3 + 6)b=9b$.

Step2: Combine constant terms

Combine $4$, $10$ and $-2$. $4 + 10-2=14 - 2=12$.

Answer:

$9b+12$