Question

Use the Distributive Property to simplify 7(6+5) = + =

Answer 1

To use the Distributive Property to simplify the expression \( 7(6 + 5) \), you can distribute \( 7 \) to both \( 6 \) and \( 5 \).

Here’s how it works:

1. Distribute \( 7 \) to \( 6 \):
\[
7 \times 6 = 42
\]

2. Distribute \( 7 \) to \( 5 \):
\[
7 \times 5 = 35
\]

3. Now, combine the results:
\[
42 + 35 = 77
\]

Thus, the simplified expression is:
\[
7(6 + 5) = 42 + 35 = 77
\]

In conclusion:
\[
7(6 + 5) = 77
\]