Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

by Blitzer, Robert F.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X

ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 1 - Mid-Chapter Check Point - Page 56: 22

Answer

5(3+x)

Work Step by Step

The commutative property of addition states that you will get the same answer no matter which order you add terms. Therefore, 5(x+3) is equivalent to 5(3+x).

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