Simplifying Expressions Using Distributive Property

What is the main topic of this video?

• Solving quadratic equations

• Simplifying expressions using the distributive property

• Factoring polynomials

• Graphing linear equations

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In the first example, what is the result of 4 times 2x?

• 6x

• 8x

• 10x

• 12x

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Why do we consider the sign in front of the term when using the distributive property?

• To make the expression more complex

• To ensure the correct multiplication

• To simplify the addition

• To change the terms to positive

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What is the simplified form of 4 times the quantity of 2x minus 5?

• 8x + 10

• 8x - 10

• 8x - 20

• 8x + 20

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In the second example, what is the result of 7 times negative 3x?

• 21x

• -21x

• 14x

• -14x

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What is the simplified form of 7 times the quantity of negative 3x plus 4?

• 21x + 28

• 21x - 28

• -21x + 28

• -21x - 28

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What should you always remember to do when using the distributive property?

• Distribute the number to each term inside the parentheses and consider the signs

• Only multiply the first term inside the parentheses

• Ignore the signs in front of the terms

• Add the number to each term inside the parentheses

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What is the purpose of the distributive property in simplifying expressions?

• To factor out common terms

• To add terms together

• To distribute a number to each term inside the parentheses

• To divide terms

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