Question

7.ee.1: apply properties of operations as strategies to add, subtract, factor, and expand linear expressions with rational coefficients. calculators are never allowed! given the expression $-3p + 2(p - 2)$ first, rewrite the expression using the distributive property creating an equivalent expression without parentheses. next, simplify your expression as completely as possible (by adding like expressions). show all your work below by using your finger or a stylus on your screen! no work = no credit!!!

Explanation:

Step1: Apply distributive property

$-3p + 2(p - 2) = -3p + 2p - 4$

Step2: Combine like terms

$-3p + 2p - 4 = (-3+2)p - 4 = -p - 4$

Answer:

Expression without parentheses: $\boldsymbol{-3p + 2p - 4}$
Fully simplified expression: $\boldsymbol{-p - 4}$