Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression c(3c^5 + c + b - 4) by distributing c to each term.

Solution

To simplify the expression c(3c5+c+b4)c(3c^5 + c + b - 4), we distribute cc to each term inside the parentheses:

  1. Multiply cc with 3c53c^5:
    c3c5=3c6c \cdot 3c^5 = 3c^6

  2. Multiply cc with cc:
    cc=c2c \cdot c = c^2

  3. Multiply cc with bb:
    cb=bcc \cdot b = bc

  4. Multiply cc with 4-4:
    c4=4cc \cdot -4 = -4c

Thus, the simplified expression is: 3c6+c2+bc4c3c^6 + c^2 + bc - 4c

The answer in the boxes should be filled as follows:

  • First box: 33 (for 3c63c^6)
  • Second box: 22 (for c2c^2)
  • Third box: 4-4 (for 4c-4c)

Would you like more details or have questions about the steps?

Here are some related questions for further exploration:

  1. How do you distribute a monomial across terms in a polynomial?
  2. What is the general process for simplifying expressions with multiple variables?
  3. How does exponent multiplication work when distributing terms?
  4. Can distribution be used for simplifying complex expressions in algebra?
  5. What happens when a term with a negative sign is distributed?

Tip: Always check each term individually when distributing to ensure accurate simplification.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Polynomial Multiplication
Monomial Distribution

Formulas

Distribution: a(b + c) = ab + ac

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10