What is the distributive property?

Answer 1

The Distributive Property is an identity used to simplify an equation with parentheses.

In general, a(b + c) = a×b + a×c

For example, 5(4+7).

You multiply 5 by 4 (you get 20) and then 5 by 7 (you get 35).

Then, you add the two products together and get your answer, 55.

In non-sentence form: 5(4+7) = 5×4 + 5×7 = 20 + 35 = 55

Another example: 3(5 + c) = 3×5 + 3×c = 15 + 3c
The sum of two addends multiplied by a number is the sum of the product of each addend and the number.

Ex:6[2+3]-6times2 + 6times3.

Answer 2

Oh honey, the distributive property is like the free samples at Costco - it's all about spreading the love. It's the rule that says you can multiply a number by a group of numbers added together by multiplying each number individually and then adding the results. It's a math superhero that helps simplify expressions and make your life easier.

Answer 3

dude its distributive property lol