Distributing and Simplifying Expressions

This video tutorial from Mumo Math explains how to simplify algebraic expressions through a series of examples. It covers distributing terms within parentheses, combining like terms, handling negative distribution, and working with multiple terms. The tutorial provides step-by-step guidance on simplifying expressions, ensuring a clear understanding of the process.

What is the first step in simplifying the expression 4 * x + 3 - 2?

• Factor the expression

• Add 3 and -2

• Distribute the 4

• Combine like terms

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After distributing the 4 in the expression 4 * x + 3 - 2, what is the next step?

• Add the constants

• Multiply the terms

• Combine like terms

• Factor the expression

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In the second example, what is the result of distributing -4 into the expression?

• -8y - 20

• 12y + 20

• -12y - 20

• 8y + 20

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What is the final simplified form of the expression in the second example?

• 10y - 20

• 10y + 20

• -10y - 20

• -10y + 20

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In the third example, what is the result of combining the constants 5 and -12?

• 17

• -7

• 7

• -17

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What is the final simplified form of the expression in the third example?

• 7 + 6y

• -7 + 6y

• 7 - 6y

• -7 - 6y

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In the fourth example, what is the result of distributing 3 into the binomial?

• 21 and -6a

• -21 and -6a

• -21 and 6a

• 21 and 6a

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What is the final simplified form of the expression in the fourth example?

• 4B - 6a + 26

• 4B - 6a - 26

• 4B + 6a + 26

• 4B + 6a - 26

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In the fifth example, what is the result of distributing -3 into the first set of parentheses?

• -3x + 18

• 3x - 18

• 3x + 18

• -3x - 18

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What is the final simplified form of the expression in the fifth example?

• -3x - 28

• 3x - 28

• -3x + 28

• 3x + 28

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