Question

How do you simplify `6-6 (7+3b)`?

Answer 1

`-36 - 3b` or `-3(12 + b)`

Explanation:

`6 - 6(7 + 3b)` We are given an expression to simplify

`6 - 42 - 3b` Distribute the `-6` across the parentheses

`-36 - 3b` Combine like terms

`-36 - 3b`, or `-3(12 + b)` if you want a factored form, is/are your final answer(s).