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What is the distributive property used for when simplifying algebraic expressions?

• Combining like terms

• Expanding expressions

• Solving equations

• Factoring polynomials

What is the simplified form of the expression 3x + 2 - x²?

• 2x - 2

• 4x + 2

• 2x + 4

• 2x + 2

What is the simplified form of the expression 4x + 2x - 3?

• 6x + 3

• 6x - 3

• 2x + 3

• 2x - 3

What is the result of simplifying the expression 3(2x + 4)?

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When simplifying algebraic expressions, which property of real numbers allows you to combine like terms?

• Identity property

• Commutative property

• Distributive property

• Associative property

What is the result of simplifying the expression 5(2x - 3) + 4(3x + 1)?

• 11x - 7

• 11x + 1

• 16x + 1

• 16x - 7

Which of the following is an example of a concrete manipulative that can be used to represent algebraic expressions?

• Calculator

• Graph paper

• Ruler

• Algebra tiles

What is the correct way to simplify the expression 4(2x - 3)?

• 8x + 12

• 6x + 12

• 8x - 12

• 6x - 12

Which of the following is NOT a valid step when simplifying algebraic expressions?

• Apply the distributive property

• Combine like terms

• Factor completely

• Cancel out terms

What is the correct order of operations when simplifying algebraic expressions?

• Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division

• Parentheses, exponents, multiplication, addition

• Exponents, parentheses, addition, multiplication

• Multiplication, division, addition, subtraction