Question

How can we use the distributive property to find an expression equivalent to 4(5−3x)

? Place the steps in order.

Answer 1

Multiply 4 by 5 and 4 by 3x

Explanation:

4 ( 5 -3x ) =

4 x 5 + (4)(-3x)

Answer 2

4(5-3x)

4(5) -4(3x)

20-12x