Distributive Property

The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a multiplier across terms inside parentheses.

You can factor out the common term: 5(x2 + x5) = 5(2 + 5) = 5(7) = 35.

7 x 6 can be calculated as 7 x (3 + 3) = (7 x 3) + (7 x 3) = 21 + 21 = 42.

A count by six pattern is a sequence of numbers where each number is six more than the previous one, such as 6, 12, 18, 24, 30.

3 x 9 can be expressed as (3 x 5) + (3 x 4) = 15 + 12 = 27.

She has 12 / 2 = 6 bags.

Identify the common factor in the terms you want to distribute.

Yes, the distributive property can be applied to subtraction as well: a(b - c) = ab - ac.

For example, 2(x + 3) = 2x + 6.

It allows you to break down complex expressions into simpler parts, making calculations easier.