Which expression is equivalent to −2(a+6)
(1 point)
A. −2a−12
B. 2a+12
C. −2a+12
D. −2a+6
The expression −2(a+6) can be simplified by using the distributive property.
Distributing -2 to both terms inside the parentheses, we get: -2 * a + -2 * 6
This simplifies to: -2a - 12
Therefore, the equivalent expression is -2a - 12, which is option A.
To find the expression that is equivalent to −2(a+6), you need to distribute the −2 to both terms inside the parentheses.
−2(a+6) simplifies to −2a−12.
Therefore, the correct option is:
A. −2a−12