Question

write equivalent expressions. rewrite the expression using fewer terms. 13 - 8(2x - 6) = 13 + -8(2x + -6) = 13 + (-8 · 2x) + (-8 · -6) = 13 + (-16x) + 48 = \square + \square

Explanation:

Step1: Combine constant terms

We have \(13 + (-16x) + 48\). First, add the constant terms \(13\) and \(48\).
\(13 + 48 = 61\)

Step2: Rewrite the expression

After combining the constant terms, the expression becomes \(-16x + 61\) (or \(61 - 16x\), but we'll present it as \(-16x + 61\) to match the form with the variable term first).

Answer:

\(-16x + 61\)