simplify the expression. 2(6x + 4)+7x

simplify the expression. 2(6x + 4)+7x
Answer
Explanation:
Step1: Apply distributive property
$2(6x + 4)=2\times6x+2\times4 = 12x + 8$
Step2: Combine like - terms
$(12x + 8)+7x=(12x+7x)+8 = 19x + 8$
Answer:
$19x + 8$