Question

8x-20 is the correct simpified expression for 4(2x-5). Explain how to verify the simplified expression.

Answer 1

How to verify it is to divide 8x-20 by 4 and see what you get


If you get 2x-5, then it is correct

Answer 2

Answer:

simple answer

Step-by-step explanation:

To verify, a number needs to be substituted for x in both expressions. Use order of operations to simplify and find the value. The value needs to be the same for both expressions to prove equivalence.