Which expression is equivalent to 5(g+2)−3

Question

?(1 point)
Responses

5g−7
5 g minus 7

5g+10
5 g plus 10

5g+7
5 g plus 7

5g−1

Answer 1

To simplify the expression \( 5(g+2)−3 \), follow these steps:

1. Distribute the 5:
   \( 5(g+2) = 5g + 10 \)

2. Now, subtract 3:
   \( 5g + 10 - 3 = 5g + 7 \)

Therefore, the expression \( 5(g+2)−3 \) is equivalent to \( 5g + 7 \).

The correct response is: 5g + 7.