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Simplify the expression:
3(7r + 1) =​

User Llaskin
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Answer:

21r+3

Explanation:

3(7r + 1)

Use the distributive property.

This property is normally used when the 2 numbers inside of the parentheses can not be added easily.

3*7r+3*1

21r+3

User Ghurdyl
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Answer:

21r +3

Explanation:

3(7r + 1) =​

Distribute

3*7r +3*1

21r +3

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