Question

An expression is shown below.

3m + 9
Which expression is equivalent to the given expression?
A 12m
B 3(m + 3)
C 27m
D 3(m + 9)

Answer 1

B 3(m + 3)

Explanation:

A 12m no constant

B 3(m + 3) Distribute 3m +9 yes

C 27m no constant

D 3(m + 9) Distribute 3m +27 wrong constant