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How do i do distributive property

User Ajpallares
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Answer:

A simple example would be this:

3( 7x + 4) = 3(11x - 21)

Explanation:

User Wilhelm Olejnik
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Expand the equation.
Multiply (distribute) the first numbers of each set, outer numbers of each set, inner numbers of each set, and the last numbers of each set.
Combine like terms.
Solve the equation and simplify, if needed.
User Charly Berthet
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