Question

2 which expression is equivalent to ((x + 4) - (3x + 8))? a (5x + 16) b (2x - 4) c (-2x + 4) d (-2x - 4)

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute the negative sign

$(x + 4) - 3x - 8$

Step2: Combine like x terms

$x - 3x + 4 - 8 = -2x + 4 - 8$

Step3: Combine constant terms

$-2x + (4 - 8) = -2x - 4$

Answer:

D. $-2x - 4$