Q. Simplify the expression. Write your answers using integers or improper fractions.−2(3m+5)−58mAnswer:
Distribute terms in parentheses: Distribute the −2 across the terms inside the parentheses.−2×3m=−6m−2×5=−10So, −2(3m+5) becomes −6m−10.
Combine distributed terms: Combine the distributed terms with the remaining part of the expression.The expression now is −6m−10−(58)m.
Combine like terms: Combine like terms, which are the terms with the variable m. To combine −6m and −(8/5)m, we need a common denominator. The common denominator for 1 (the implicit denominator of −6m) and 5 is 5. So, −6m becomes −30/5m. Now, combine −30/5m and −6m0 to get −6m1.
Write final expression: Write the final simplified expression.The simplified expression is −538m−10.