Question

Use the properties of operations to determine if each pair of expressions is

equivalent. (Example 2)
5. 1/2(4-2x); 2 - 2x
6. (6x-2):3-*
Simplify each expression. (Example 3)
7. 32y +12y=
8. 12+ 3x + 12-*

Answer 1

Here are the solutions to the given questions:

5. 1/2(4-2x) and 2-2x are equivalent expressions.
1/2(4-2x) = 2 - x
2 - 2x = 2 - 2x
Therefore, the two expressions are equivalent.

6. (6x-2):3-* is not a valid expression. It is missing an operand or operator.

7. 32y + 12y = 44y. Therefore, the simplified expression is 44y.

8. 12 + 3x + 12-* is not a valid expression. It is missing an operand or operator.