Question

Write an expression that is equivalent to 3(2x - 7). HINT: Distributive Property

Answer 1

Answer: 6x - 21

Explanation:

3 times 2x is 6x (positive x positive = positive

3 x -7 is -21 (positive x negative = negative)

Tip: same symbols mean positive and opposite symbols mean negative

Answer 2

6x - 21

Explanation:

3(2x - 7)

3(2x) + 3(-7)

6x + (-21)

6x - 21