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2.4 Equivalent Expressions - Simplifying polynomials
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Which expression is equivalent to 19x2-7?

A.

19 x 2 - 133

B.

19 x 2 - 26

C.

19 x 2 - 7

D.

19 x 2 + 12

Which expression is equivalent to 19 x 2 - 7 ?

Medium-difficulty · SAT Math · Equivalent Expressions — Simplifying polynomials. Read the question above, select your answer, and check the full explanation below to understand exactly why the correct choice works.

Answer explanation

Choice A is correct. The expression 19x2-7 can be rewritten as 19x2-197, which is equivalent to 19 x 2 - 133 .

Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.