How do you simplify (x+8)(-2)-36?
1 Answer
Sep 11, 2015
Distribute -2 to x and 8. Then subtract 36 from the numerical part of that.
Explanation:
Start by multiplying everything in parentheses by -2. This will give you -2x and -16. Then subtract 36 from the -16.
This will leave you with -2x - 52.