Question

When you simplify each side of the equation 2 - 7(3n + 2) = -5(4n + 2), you will get the equivalent equation -15n - 10 = -20n - 10.
TRUE
FALSE

Answer 1

I believe its true

Answer 2

i believe its false. clear out the brackets first, before adding or subtracting

Answer 3

\[2-7(3n+2)=-5(4n+2)\]\[2-21n-14=-20n-10\]\[-21n-12=-20n-10\]
False

Answer 4

Thanks guys