Question

Which equation demonstrates the distributive property?

A) 36 + 9 = 45
B) 36 + 9 = 3(12 + 3)
C) 36 x 9 = 9 x 36
D) (12 + 3)3 = 3(12 + 3)

Answer 1

B

Explanation:

B Because 12*3 = 36 and 3*3 =9

Answer 2

B) 36 + 9 = 3(12 + 3)

Explanation:

The distributive property of multiplication over addition is:

a(b + c) = ab + ac

This is demonstrated by switching the sides of option B) 36 + 9 = 3(12 + 3)