Question

Which of the following correctly shows the result when −6(5a−3b) is expanded using the Distributive Property?

Multiple choice question.
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A)−a−9b

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B)−6a−30b

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C)−30a−18b

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D)−30a+18b

Answer 1

D)−30a+18b

Explanation:

The factor outside parentheses applies to all terms inside parentheses.

-6(5a -3b) + (-6)(5a) +(-6)(-3b) = -30a +18b

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The product of an even number of minus signs is positive.