Math Problem Statement

Select the expressions that are equivalent to 8(4x + 5) + 8x.

Solution

Let's analyze the problem step by step.

We are tasked with identifying expressions equivalent to 8(4x+5)+8x8(4x + 5) + 8x.

Step 1: Simplify the given expression

Start by distributing 88 to the terms inside the parentheses: 8(4x+5)+8x=84x+85+8x=32x+40+8x.8(4x + 5) + 8x = 8 \cdot 4x + 8 \cdot 5 + 8x = 32x + 40 + 8x.

Combine like terms (32x+8x32x + 8x): 32x+8x+40=40x+40.32x + 8x + 40 = 40x + 40.

So the simplified form is 40x+4040x + 40.

Step 2: Analyze the choices

Now, match each given option against 40x+4040x + 40:

  1. 40x+4040x + 40: ✅ Correct, this matches the simplified form.
  2. (5+4x)8+8x(5 + 4x)8 + 8x: ✅ Correct, rewriting this gives 8(4x+5)+8x8(4x + 5) + 8x, which matches the original expression.
  3. 4(8x+10)+8x4(8x + 10) + 8x: ✅ Correct, simplifying 4(8x+10)4(8x + 10) gives 32x+4032x + 40, and adding 8x8x gives 40x+4040x + 40.
  4. (4x+5)8+8x(4x + 5)8 + 8x: ✅ Correct, this is another form of the original expression.

Final Answer:

All options are equivalent to 8(4x+5)+8x8(4x + 5) + 8x.


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Expansion Questions:

  1. What are the steps for distributing and combining like terms?
  2. How can equivalent expressions help solve equations?
  3. What is the significance of factoring in simplifying expressions?
  4. How can you check your work when simplifying linear expressions?
  5. What are common mistakes to avoid when simplifying expressions?

Tip:

Always simplify expressions fully and compare all terms systematically to ensure equivalence.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Simplifying Expressions
Distributive Property
Combining Like Terms

Formulas

Distributive property: a(b + c) = ab + ac
Combining like terms: ax + bx = (a + b)x

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grade 7-8