SOLUTION: Given a number n, which expression best represents the sum of twice n and 5? I understand that the answer is 2n + 5, I just would like an explanation to why this would be the answe

Question 1197805: Given a number n, which expression best represents the sum of twice n and 5? I understand that the answer is 2n + 5, I just would like an explanation to why this would be the answer.
Choices: A. 2(n + 5). B. 2n+5. C. 5(n+2). D.5(5+n)

Found 3 solutions by MathLover1, ikleyn, Hermione ツ:
Answer by MathLover1(20850)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

the sum of (which is ) and is:
Answer by ikleyn(52834)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Answer by Hermione ツ(3)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2n+5
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