Understanding the Distributive Property

The video tutorial explains the distributive property, which states that a * (b + c) is the same as a * b + a * c. It provides examples using both addition and subtraction to illustrate the concept. The tutorial shows how the property holds true by breaking down calculations step-by-step, ensuring a clear understanding of how to apply the distributive property in different mathematical operations.

What does the distributive property state?

• a + b = b + a

• a * b = b * a

• a * (b + c) = a * b + a * c

• a - b = b - a

In the example given, what is the result of 3 + 2?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

How does the distributive property apply to 5 * (3 + 2)?

• It equals 5 * 3 - 5 * 2

• It equals 5 + 3 * 2

• It equals 5 + 3 + 2

• It equals 5 * 3 + 5 * 2

What is the result of 4 - 2 in the subtraction example?

• 1

• 2

• 4

• 3

How is the distributive property used in 5 * (4 - 2)?

• It equals 5 * 4 + 5 * 2

• It equals 5 - 4 * 2

• It equals 5 + 4 - 2

• It equals 5 * 4 - 5 * 2