Math Problem Statement
Write an equivalent expression by distributing the "minus−" sign outside the parentheses:
minus, 6, point, 3, y, minus, left parenthesis, minus, 10, z, minus, 0, point, 3, right parenthesis
−6.3y−(−10z−0.3)
Solution
To distribute the minus sign outside the parentheses in the expression:
Follow these steps:
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Distribute the minus sign to each term inside the parentheses:
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The minus sign changes the sign of each term inside the parentheses:
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Substitute this result back into the original expression:
So, the equivalent expression is:
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Here are 5 related questions:
- How does the distributive property affect addition inside the parentheses?
- What is the equivalent expression for ?
- Can you apply the distributive property to ?
- What happens if the parentheses contain a single term like ?
- How can you factor the expression ?
Tip: When distributing a minus sign, remember that it changes the sign of every term inside the parentheses.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Distributive Property
Negative Numbers
Algebra
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12