Question

Jane said that 6(64) = 6(50) + 6(14). Is she correct? Use the Distributive Property to explain your answer.

Answer 1

Yes.

Explanation:

6(64) = 6(50+14)

Using the Distributive Property, 6 needs to be multiplied by both 50 and 14.

6(50+14) = 6(50) + 6(14)

Thus, Jane is correct.