How to Learn the Basics of The Distributive Property

The video tutorial explains how to multiply a monomial by a binomial using the distributive property and the rule of adding exponents when multiplying monomials with the same base. The instructor demonstrates these concepts through a step-by-step problem-solving approach, emphasizing the importance of understanding and applying these rules to solve mathematical problems effectively.

What does the distributive property state when you have a number outside of parentheses?

• The number should be subtracted from each term inside the parentheses.

• The number should be multiplied by each term inside the parentheses.

• The number should be divided by each term inside the parentheses.

• The number should be added to each term inside the parentheses.

When multiplying two monomials with the same base, what should you do with the exponents?

• Divide the exponents.

• Multiply the exponents.

• Add the exponents.

• Subtract the exponents.

In the expression 2y times y, what is the result?

• y^2

• 4y

• 2y^2

• 2y

What is the result of multiplying 2y by -4?

• 4y

• -4y

• 8y

• -8y

What is the final simplified expression after applying the rules to 2y(y - 4)?

• 2y^2 + 8y

• 2y^2 - 8y

• 2y - 8

• 2y^2 - 4y