Question

Evaluate each expression. Name the property used in each step. 3(22-3 times 7

Answer 1

If the "times 7" is within the brackets, here's the answer.

22 - 3 = 19

19 x 7 = 133

133 x 3 = 399

Answer: 399

If the "times 7" is outside the brackets, here's the answer.

22 - 3 = 19

19 x 3 = 57

57 x 7 = 399

Answer: 399

The answers are the same, but this is to provide working for whichever version of the question you are trying to answer.