Distributive Property

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Apply the Distributive Property: -10 (-3x - 5y)

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30x + 50y

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Apply the Distributive Property: (x + 10)(-2)

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-2x - 20

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Apply the Distributive Property: (-n + 3)(-8)

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8n - 24

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Apply the Distributive Property: 6x(x - 9)

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6x^2 - 54x

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Apply the Distributive Property: 4(-p - 6)

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-4p - 24

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What does it mean to factor an expression using the Distributive Property?

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Factoring an expression using the Distributive Property means rewriting it as a product of a common factor and a sum or difference of terms.

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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If a = 3 and b = 4, what is the result of applying the Distributive Property to 2(a + b)?

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2(a + b) = 2(3 + 4) = 2*3 + 2*4 = 6 + 8 = 14.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is an example of a real-world application of the Distributive Property?

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Calculating total cost: If one item costs $5 and you buy 3 of them, you can calculate the total as 3($5) = $15.

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CCSS.3.OA.B.5

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How can the Distributive Property help in simplifying expressions?

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It helps in breaking down complex expressions into simpler parts, making calculations easier.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3