y^2+6+2(y^2+5)
My answer is 3y^2+16 (simplifying) but the hawkes learning system won't accept this answer. Am I missing something?
Your answer is correct.
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To simplify the expression (y^2 + 6 + 2(y^2 + 5)), we need to follow the order of operations, also known as PEMDAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division from left to right, Addition and Subtraction from left to right).
First, let's simplify the expression inside the parentheses:
y^2 + 5
Now, we can distribute the 2 to each term inside the parentheses:
2(y^2 + 5) = 2 * y^2 + 2 * 5 = 2y^2 + 10
Next, we can combine like terms by adding the coefficients of the y^2 terms:
y^2 + 2y^2 = 3y^2
Now, let's combine the constant terms:
6 + 10 = 16
Finally, we can rewrite the whole expression after simplification:
3y^2 + 16
Based on your simplification, your answer is correct: 3y^2 + 16. However, if the answer is not being accepted by the Hawkes Learning System, it is possible that there may be a different format or a specific requirement for the accepted answer. I would recommend reviewing the instructions or seeking clarification from your instructor or TA to ensure the correct format or alternative solution method required by the system.