After simplifying (4(2x-3)-5x), which polynomial is obtained?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: \(3x-12\)
Multiplying 4 by each term inside the bracket gives \(4(2x-3)=8x-12\). Then, combining the like terms in \(8x-12-5x\) gives \(3x-12\). Option B incorrectly leaves out the subtraction of \(5x\). Exam tip: when opening brackets, multiply the outside factor by every term inside them.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
\(3x-12\)
Why is this the correct answer?
Multiplying 4 by each term inside the bracket gives \(4(2x-3)=8x-12\). Then, combining the like terms in \(8x-12-5x\) gives \(3x-12\). Option B incorrectly leaves out the subtraction of \(5x\). Exam tip: when opening brackets, multiply the outside factor by every term inside them.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Introduction to Polynomials. Topic: Linear polynomials.
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