High School Math : How to use the distributive property in pre-algebra

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Example Question #6 : Distributive Property

Distribute:

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

Remember that a negative multiplied by a negative is positive, and a negative multiplied by a positive is negative.

Distribute the  through the parentheses by multiplying it by each of the two terms: 

 

Example Question #1 : Apply The Properties Of Operations To Generate Equivalent Expressions: Ccss.Math.Content.6.Ee.A.3

Expand:

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

Distribute the  by multiplying it by each term inside the parentheses. 

 

and

Therefore, 5(2 + y) = 10 + 5y.

 

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