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X Factor numerical expressions using the distributive property. MX2

Which expression shows a way to factor 63 + 49?
21(3 + 2)
7(9 + 7)
9(7 + 6)
3(21 + 16)

User Starlocke
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Hey there!

“63 + 49”

21(3 + 2)

= 21(3) + 21(2)

= 63 + 42

= 105

Option A. isn’t the answer because the equation for that is: 63 + 42

7(9 + 7)

= 7(9) + 7(7)

= 63 + 49

= 112

Option B. could possibly be your answer

9(7 + 6)

= 9(7) + 9(6)

= 63 + 54

= 117

Option C. isn't your answer because the equation for that is: 63 + 54

3(21 + 16)

= 3(21) + 3(16)

= 63 + 48

Option D. isn’t your answer because the equation for that is: 63 + 48

Thus, this makes makes [Option B. 7(9 + 7)] is your answer

Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!

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