Question

Simplify the expression using the Distributive Property.

½(10x + 20y)

Answer 1

5x+10y

Explanation:

1/2•10= 5

1/2•20= 10

5x+10y

Answer 2

Explanation:

The distributive property affects both terms.

1/2 * 10x + 1/2 * 20 y

5x + 10 y <===== Answer