Multiplying Polynomials by Using the Distributive Property

The video tutorial explains the distributive property in algebra, demonstrating how to apply it by multiplying terms inside and outside parentheses. It emphasizes the importance of following exponent rules during multiplication. The tutorial provides a step-by-step example to illustrate the process, ensuring a clear understanding of the concept.

What is the formal representation of the distributive property?

• a * b = b * a

• a - b = b - a

• a + b = b + a

• a * (b + c) = ab + ac

When applying the distributive property, what should you do with the terms outside the parentheses?

• Multiply them with each term inside

• Add them to each term inside

• Subtract them from each term inside

• Divide them by each term inside

What is the result of multiplying -2a with a^2 using the distributive property?

• 2a^3

• -a^3

• -2a^2

• a^2

What is the result of -2a multiplied by -4a?

• 8a

• 8a^2

• -8a^2

• -8a

What is the final result of -2a times 13?

• 26a

• -26a

• -13a

• 13a