Question

Which expression represents 5 times the sum of 24 and 7?

a. 5 x 24 + 7
b. 5 x 24 x 7
c. 5 + 24 + 7
d. 5 x (24 x 7)
e. 5 x (24 +7)

Answer 1

e.

Explanation:

24 + 7 = 31

5 * 31 = 155.

Answer 2

e

Explanation:

the sum of 24 and 7 is 24 + 7 and multiplying this by 5 gives

5 × (24 + 7)