What is the simplified expression for –3cd – d(2c – 4) – 4d?
Answer:
\(-5cd\)
Step-by-step explanation:
\(-3cd - d(2c - 4) - 4d\)
To get simplified expression we use order of operation PEMDA
WE start with parenthesis. Distribute -d inside the parenthesis
\(-3cd - 2dc +4d - 4d\)
Now we combine like terms that has same variables
4d-4d becomes 0
Expression becomes
\(-3cd - 2dc\). Both terms has same variables so we add it
\(-5cd\)