Simplify the following expression:
4 (x + 3) + (7 – 4)
A) 15x
B) 7x + 13
C) 4x + 15 (Correct Answer)
D) 12x + 3
Explanation:
Using the Distributive Property, 4 (x + 3) = 4(x) + 4(3) = 4x + 12.
(7 – 4) simplifies to 3. The entire expression becomes 4x + 12 + 3 = 4x + 15.
Related Common Core State Standard: 7.EE.2
