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Trent is simplifying the expression 47 × 13. He claims he can solve the problem by multiplying 47 × 10 and adding it to the product of 47 × 3. Select the answer that best explains whether or not his strategy is correct. Trent is incorrect, because one group of 13 is not the same as one group of 10 and one group of 3. Trent is incorrect, because he would need to add the 3 to 47 before multiplying it by 10. Trent is incorrect, because he must first round 47 to a number that is easier to multiply. Trent is correct, because one group of 13 is the same as one group of 10 and one group of 3.

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Answer:

Trent is correct because one group of 13 is the same as one group of 10 and one group of 3.

Explanation:

47 x 10 = 470

47 x 3 = 141

470 + 141 = 611

47 x 13 = 611

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