To subtract 2(k-4) - 3(2k-1), distribute the 2 and 3 to the terms inside the parentheses:
2(k-4) - 3(2k-1) = 2k - 8 - 6k + 3
Combine like terms:
2k - 8 - 6k + 3 = (2k - 6k) + (-8 + 3) = -4k - 5
The answer is -4k - 5.
Subtract: 2(k−4)−3(2k−1) .(1 point)
Responses
−4k−5
negative 4 k minus 5
−4k−11
negative 4 k minus 11
−6k−18
negative 6 k minus 18
8k−11
1 answer