Question

Annie says the two expressions are equalized. Is she correct? Explain using different strategies -3x+6 and 3(-x -2).

Answer 1

Explanation:

By using Distributive Property on 3(-x - 2),

3(-x - 2) = (3)(-x) + (3)(-2) = -3x - 6.

Since -3x - 6 =/= -3x + 6,

they are not equalized.