Question

How do you do 32y + 12y

Answer 1

44y

Explanation:

Just ignore the y since they have the same variable. If they have common variables then just ignore the variable and look at the coefficient, the number next to the variable. 32+12 is equal to 44 so the answer is 44y.

Answer 2

Hi there!

Answer:

=44y

*The answer must have a positive sign.*

Explanation:

Lesson: Distributive Property

Distributive property: →→→→
`a(b+c)=ab+ac`

First, you add by the numbers from left to right.

`32+12=44`

Final answer is 44y.

I hope this helps you!

Have a nice day! :)

-Charlie