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QuizMultiple Choice
Multiplying Polynomials and Simplifying Expressions
Question 9 • Algebra I CR GT
Sharina simplified the expression 3(2x – 6 – x + 1)2 – 2 + 4x. In Step 1 she simplified within the parentheses. In Step 2 she expanded the exponent.
Answer
A
Simplify the expression by adding and subtracting from left to right.B
Combine like terms within the parentheses.C
Combine all x-terms.D
Distribute the 3 to each term in the parentheses by multiplying.