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Use the Distributive Property to simplify the expression.

2(x+12) = ???

User AngeloS
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Hey there!

The Distributive Property states that

a(b+c)=ab+ac

Where

a, b, and c can be

  • constants (real numbers)
  • variables (letters)

Now, let's simplify:

2(x+12)

multiply 2 times x and 2 times 12

2x+24

Hope everything is clear.

Let me know if you have any questions!

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User IPhone Guy
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Answer:

2x+24

Step-by-step explanation:

1. 2•x=2x

2. 2•12=24
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