Question

Find the value of the expression: 3 ⋅ (2 + 6)2
a. 114 c. 48
b. 192 d. 144

Answer 1

2+6=8
8x2=16
16x3=48
answer is c

Answer 2

48

Explanation:

first, we will use the distribution property: a (b + c): (ab + ac)

[3(2) + 3(6)] 2

now we will multiply

(6+18)2

(24)2

=48