Let's evaluate the expression [tex]\( 2(-35 - x) \)[/tex] for [tex]\( x = -27 \)[/tex].
1. Substitute [tex]\( x = -27 \)[/tex] into the expression:
[tex]\[
2(-35 - (-27))
\][/tex]
2. Simplify the expression inside the parentheses:
[tex]\[
-35 - (-27) = -35 + 27
\][/tex]
[tex]\[
-35 + 27 = -8
\][/tex]
3. Multiply by 2:
[tex]\[
2(-8) = -16
\][/tex]
Therefore, the value of the expression [tex]\( 2(-35 - x) \)[/tex] when [tex]\( x = -27 \)[/tex] is [tex]\( -16 \)[/tex].
