A) Simplify the expression and explain each step. (2 points)

4(3x+2) -2
= ?

6 (2 x + 1)

Step-by-step explanation:

Simplify the following:

4 (3 x + 2) - 2

Hint: | Distribute 4 over 3 x + 2.

4 (3 x + 2) = 12 x + 8:

12 x + 8 - 2

Hint: | Group like terms in 8 + 12 x - 2.

Grouping like terms, 8 + 12 x - 2 = 12 x + (8 - 2):

12 x + (8 - 2)

Hint: | Subtract 2 from 8.

8 - 2 = 6:

12 x + 6

Hint: | Factor out the greatest common divisor of the coefficients of 12 x + 6.

Factor 6 out of 12 x + 6:

6 (2 x + 1)

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