4. The Distributive Property
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Recall the Distributive Property.
4b+17
We want to simplify the given expression. To do it, we will use the Distributive Property. We will distribute 3 to the terms inside the parentheses.
Distribute 3
Multiply
Commutative Property of Addition
Identity Property of Multiplication
Factor out b
Add terms
Since 4b and 17 are not like terms, the expression cannot be simplified further.