Question

Use the distributive property to write an expression that is equivalent to 9(c+5).

Answer 1

9c + 45

Explanation:

The distributive property also known as distributive law of multiplication and division.

In the given expression, distributive law of multiplication is applied where we can multiply first before addition.

Given

9(c+5)

Using distributive property

9(c+5)

= (9 × c) + (9 × 5)

= 9c + 45

9(c+5) = 9c + 45