Math Problem Statement

Expand and fully simplify 3(w + 1) + 4(2w + 3)

Solution

The expression is:

3(w+1)+4(2w+3)3(w + 1) + 4(2w + 3)

Let's expand and simplify it step by step.

Step 1: Expand both terms

3(w+1)=3w+33(w + 1) = 3w + 3 4(2w+3)=8w+124(2w + 3) = 8w + 12

Step 2: Add the expanded terms together

3w+3+8w+123w + 3 + 8w + 12

Step 3: Combine like terms

(3w+8w)+(3+12)=11w+15(3w + 8w) + (3 + 12) = 11w + 15

Thus, the fully simplified expression is:

11w+1511w + 15

Do you want more details, or have any questions about the process?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. What is the distributive property, and why is it used here?
  2. How would the result change if the expression were 3(w1)+4(2w+3)3(w - 1) + 4(2w + 3)?
  3. Can you factor the simplified expression 11w+1511w + 15?
  4. What happens if you set w=2w = 2 in the original expression and the simplified result?
  5. How does the process change if there were three terms instead of two?

Tip: Always distribute constants or coefficients before combining like terms for clarity.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Simplification
Distributive Property

Formulas

Distributive Property: a(b + c) = ab + ac

Theorems

None

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9