To simplify the expression \( 2(x+1)(x+2) \), we'll first expand it:
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Distribute \( (x+1)(x+2) \): \[ (x + 1)(x + 2) = x^2 + 2x + x + 2 = x^2 + 3x + 2 \]
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Multiply by 2: \[ 2(x^2 + 3x + 2) = 2x^2 + 6x + 4 \]
So, the expression \( 2(x+1)(x+2) \) simplifies to \( 2x^2 + 6x + 4 \).
Thus, the correct option is: 2x^2 + 6x + 4 (2 x squared plus 6 x plus 4).