Which expression is equivalent to - 7 (x-2) + 5 (3-x) - 4x?

a. - 16x + 1

b. - 16x+29

c. - 2x + 1

d. - 12x + 13

-7 (x - 2) + 5 (3 - x) - 4x

First, expand. / Your problem should look like: - 7x + 14 + 15 - 5x - 4x

Second, gather the like terms. / Your problem should look like: (-7x - 5x - 4x) + 14 + 15

Third, simplify. / Your problem should look like: - 16x + 14 + 15

Fourth, simplify. / Your problem should look like: - 16x + 29

Answer: B) - 16x + 29

-7 (x - 2) + 5 (3 - x) - 4x

= - 16x + 29

Answer choice:

b. - 16x + 29