Which expressions are equivalent to

Question

\[5(-2k-3)+2k\] ?
Choose all answers that apply:
Choose all answers that apply:
(Choice A)
\[(-5\cdot3)-8k\]
A
\[(-5\cdot3)-8k\]
(Choice B)
\[-15\]
B
\[-15\]
(Choice C) None of the above
C
None of the above

Answer 1

To simplify the expression, we distribute the 5 to the terms inside the parentheses:

\[5(-2k-3) + 2k = -10k - 15 + 2k.\]

Now, we combine like terms:

\[-10k - 15 + 2k = -8k - 15.\]

Thus, the expression is equivalent to $ \boxed{(-5\cdot3)-8k} $.