Question

1. which of the following is equivalent to $4(x + 2) - 3(x - 1)$?

a. $7x + 1$
b. $7x - 5$
c. $x + 5$
d. $x + 11$

Explanation:

Step1: Expand the parentheses

$4(x+2) - 3(x-1) = 4x + 8 - 3x + 3$

Step2: Combine like terms

$4x - 3x + 8 + 3 = x + 11$

Answer:

d. $x + 11$