Understanding the Distributive Property

What is the primary use of the distributive property?

• To simplify addition problems

• To solve algebraic equations

• To divide numbers

• To convert fractions to decimals

In the example 65 * 2, how is the number 65 split using the distributive property?

• 30 and 35

• 40 and 25

• 50 and 15

• 60 and 5

Why is it important to solve the parentheses first when using the distributive property?

• It helps in checking the final answer

• It makes the problem easier to read

• It ensures the correct order of operations

• It allows you to skip steps

What is the result of 60 * 2 in the example problem?

• 100

• 110

• 130

• 120

What is the final answer when you add the results of 60 * 2 and 5 * 2?

• 130

• 125

• 135

• 120