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Apply the distributive property. $$4(x+2)$$

   
Apply the distributive property.

$$4(x+2)$$

Algebra 1

Ron Larson, Laurie… 1st Edition

Chapter 3, Problem 68

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Algebraic Expression Simplification

Simplifying algebraic expressions involves reducing expressions to a simpler or more manageable form. Applying operations like the distributive property helps to eliminate parentheses, combine like terms, and clarify the structure of the expression, which is a crucial step in solving equations and understanding their components.

Distributive Property

The distributive property is an algebraic rule that states multiplying a number by a sum is equivalent to multiplying the number by each addend individually and then adding the products. This property is often expressed as a(b + c) = ab + ac, and it is fundamental in simplifying and rearranging algebraic expressions.

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