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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Use the Distributive Property to solve: 3(2x + 9)

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6x + 27

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Use the Distributive Property to solve: 5(7 + 6x)

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35 + 30x

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Use the Distributive Property to solve: 9(x + 5)

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9x + 45

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Use the Distributive Property to solve: 8(x + 2) + (3x + 4)2

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14x + 24

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Use the Distributive Property to solve: 10(3x + 4)

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30x + 40

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What does it mean to distribute in mathematics?

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To distribute means to multiply each term inside the parentheses by the factor outside.

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If a = 4, b = 3, and c = 2, what is the value of 2(a + b + c) using the Distributive Property?

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2(4 + 3 + 2) = 2*9 = 18.

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How can the Distributive Property help in simplifying expressions?

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

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Use the Distributive Property to solve: 4(5 + 3x)

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20 + 12x