Question

Simplify the expression: -2(6a) - (-3)(-7a).

Answer 1

just collect like terms!!

-2 lots of 6a is -12a

you can try the rest your self,
if you get stuck tell me and ill help you!

Hint, treat a as nothing for now.. BUT never think of it that way

Answer 2

Multiply -2 to 6a. and multiply -3 to -7a. Hint: if you multiply negative #'s the outcome will be positive.

Answer 3

Then subtract these two values from each other.

Answer 4

Thank you!!

Answer 5

what did you get as your answer?

Answer 6

I got -33a...Is that right or is it positive 33?

Answer 7

that is correct!,

-12a - 21a = -33a

Answer 8

Thank you for your help :)

Answer 9

your welcome,