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 number by a sum or difference.

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Apply the Distributive Property: 5(a + 6)

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5a + 30

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Apply the Distributive Property: 3(2c - 5)

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6c - 15

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Which expression is equivalent to 9(5c + 4)?

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45c + 36

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Apply the Distributive Property: 2(c - 8)

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2c - 16

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Apply the Distributive Property: 5(4j + 2)

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20j + 10

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If a = 3, what is the value of 4(a + 2)?

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20

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

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It means to rewrite the expression in a simpler form by distributing and combining like terms.

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What is an example of using the Distributive Property with negative numbers?

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For example, 4(-x + 3) = -4x + 12.

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How do you check your work after applying the Distributive Property?

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You can substitute values back into the original expression to see if both sides are equal.