Question

Which equation uses the Distributive Property correctly to multiply rational numbers?

a) 3(-44) = 3(4) + 3(3)
b) -2(25) = -2(2) + (-2)
c) 2(1) - 2(1) +
d) -4(-5%) = -4(-5) + (-4)(-3)

Answer 1

The equation that uses the Distributive Property correctly to multiply rational numbers is -2(25) = -2(2) + (-2).

Step-by-step explanation:

The equation that uses the Distributive Property correctly to multiply rational numbers is:

b) -2(25) = -2(2) + (-2)

When we use the Distributive Property, we distribute the -2 to both terms inside the parentheses:

-2(25) = (-2)(2) + (-2)

Then, we simplify the right side of the equation:

-50 = -4 + (-2)

Combining like terms, we get:
-50 = -6
So, the equation is correct.