To simplify the expression, we first perform the addition in the parentheses:
(72 + 8) = 80
(3x + 5) = 3x + 5
Now we subtract (3x + 5) from 80:
80 - (3x + 5) = 80 - 3x - 5 = 75 - 3x
Therefore, the equivalent expression is:
75 - 3x
Comparing this simplified expression to the options given:
A. 10x + 3
B. 10x + 13
C. 4x + 3
D. 4x + 13
None of the options match the simplified expression, therefore, the correct answer is not given in the choices provided.
Consider this expression.
(72+8) - (3x + 5)
Which of the following is equivalent to the expression?
A. 10x + 3
B. 10x + 13
C. 4x + 3
D. 4x + 13
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