Question

select the expression that is equivalent to 6 - 2(x + 1).
4(x + 1)
7 - 2x
4 - 2x
4x + 4

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute -2

$6-2(x + 1)=6-2x-2$

Step2: Combine like - terms

$6-2x - 2=(6 - 2)-2x=4-2x$

Answer:

C. $4 - 2x$