SOLUTION: My math homework is based on Distributive Property. I'm not understanding this. It says, "Use the Distributive Property to rewrite each algebraic expression." The first problem is

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Question 811799: My math homework is based on Distributive Property. I'm not understanding this. It says, "Use the Distributive Property to rewrite each algebraic expression." The first problem is 6(n + 4). I am not understanding this that well, and would appreciate a simple explanation that would help me out, not just the answer to the problem. Thanks.
Answer by richwmiller(17219)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
distribute the wealth
the wealth is the number 6
we will spread it to every term in the parentheses
6*n + 6*4
6n+24

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