Simplify: (2a + 3)(a − 4) A 2a² − 5a − 12 B 2a² + 5a − 12 C 2a² − 8a + 3a − 12 D Both A and C ✓ Correct Answer: Option D FOIL: 2a² − 8a + 3a − 12 = 2a² − 5a − 12. Both A and C represent the same expression. Practice SAT Exam Prep Quizzes → Browse All Questions Study Flashcards