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Which expression correctly represents the product 12(8 + 5) after applying the distributive property?

A. (12 × 14)
B. (12 × 8) + 5
C. 8 + (12 × 5)
D. (12 × 8) + (12 × 5)

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Answer:

D.

Explanation:

You multiply 12 By 8, then 12 multiplied by 5.

12(8 + 5)

= 12*8 + 12*5

It is D.

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Answer:

D

Explanation:

You would need to "distribute" 12.

When distributing you would get to parts, (12x8) & (12x5)

Because in the original parenthesis 8 and 5 were added you would add the new parts to get: (12x8) + (12x5)

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