Simplify the algebraic expression: 3(4x - 5) - 2(x + 6)
✓ Correct Answer: Option B
Distribute: 3(4x) - 3(5) - 2(x) - 2(6) = 12x - 15 - 2x - 12. Combine like terms: (12x - 2x) + (-15 - 12) = 10x - 27.
Distribute: 3(4x) - 3(5) - 2(x) - 2(6) = 12x - 15 - 2x - 12. Combine like terms: (12x - 2x) + (-15 - 12) = 10x - 27.