Question

Which equation demonstrates the distributive property?

A 2 (5+7)=2 (7+5)
B 2 (5+7)=2x5+2x7
C7x (2 × 5) = 7 x (5 × 2)
D(2 x 5) x 7 = 2 × (5 × 7)

Answer 1

Answer:B

Explanation:

A: Commutative property because the numbers in the parentheses change

B: Distributive property because you multiply the numbers out.

C: Commutative property because you change the numbers in the parentheses.

D: Associative property you move the parentheses to different numbers.