Q. Simplify to create an equivalent expression.5+7(8r−2)Choose 1 answer:(A) 56r+3(B) 56r+9(C) 8r−9(D) 56r−9
Distribute 7 to terms inside parentheses: Distribute the 7 to both terms inside the parentheses.We need to multiply 7 by each term inside the parentheses (8r and −2).Calculation: 7×8r=56r and 7×−2=−14So, the expression becomes 5+56r−14.
Combine constant terms: Combine the constant terms in the expression.We have two constant terms, 5 and −14, which need to be added together.Calculation: 5−14=−9So, the expression simplifies to 56r−9.
Identify correct answer: Identify the correct answer from the given options.The simplified expression is 56r−9, which matches option (D).
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