Question

In the following exercises, simplify each expression.

$-3(8x-5)$

Short answer

The simplified expression is $-24x+15$.

Step-by-step solution

Step 1. Given Information.

The given expression is $-3(8x-5)$.

Step 2. Use the distributive property to simplify the expression. 

Distribute.

$$\begin{gathered} -3(8x-5) \\ =-3·8x-3·(-5) \\ =-24x+15 \end{gathered}$$

Step 3. Conclusion.

The simplified form of the given expression is $-24x+15$.