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Sketch a generic rectangle to represent the product 3(x+2). Then write an equivalent expression​

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Answer:

3x +6

Explanation:

The rectangle representing the product 3(x+2) will have dimensions 3 and (x+2). It can be divided into portions with areas 3·2 = 6, and 3·x = 3x.

An equivalent expression is ...

3x +6

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