Which of the following equations is equivalent to 5(3 x

Name: Which of the following equations is equivalent to 5(3 x - 2) - 6 = 30? A) 15 x - 4 = 30 B) 15 x - 16 = 30 C) 15 x - 8 = 30 D) 4 x - 16 = 30
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Which of the following equations is equivalent to 5(3 x - 2) - 6 = 30?
A) 15 x - 4 = 30
B) 15 x - 16 = 30
C) 15 x - 8 = 30
D) 4 x - 16 = 30

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

First, distribute the 5 across the terms inside the parentheses: 5 * 3x = 15x and 5 * -2 = -10. So, the equation becomes 15x - 10 - 6 = 30. Combine like terms (-10 and -6) to get 15x - 16 = 30.