Simplify the expression. 1. 5x – 2(x + 3) Solve and Check. 2. m 8− 3 = 4 For each equation, use a model to solve. Write the algebraic procedure you followed to solve. Use the Key below to model your equations. x = –x = 1 = –1 = 3. 3(x – 2) = –9 Equation Model (Both Sides) Work w/ Algebra = = =

(05.02) mr. morris is going to save money and replace his sailboat's mainsail himself. he must determine the area of the mainsail in order to buy the correct amount of material. calculate the area of the parallelogram to determine how much material should be purchased. be sure to explain how to decompose this shape into rectangles and triangles. describe their dimensions and show your work.