Distributive Property Practice

The video tutorial covers the simplification of expressions using the order of operations and the distributed property. It explains how multiplication is represented when a number is next to parentheses and demonstrates the application of the distributed property. The tutorial also discusses combining like terms and provides tips for ensuring accuracy in simplification. The lesson concludes with a summary and final checks to ensure understanding.

Describe the importance of following the order of operations when simplifying expressions.

What should you be careful about when dealing with negative numbers in multiplication?