X^5 & x^5. both of the answers are the same even though the expressions were different at the start. the results relate to the addition property from multiplication (with a negative number) and the subtraction property (with positives) from division.
Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:
<u>Given expression:</u>
<h3>= 2(4f + 2g)</h3>
Distribute 2 to both terms.
<h3>= 8f + 4g</h3>
We can also split 8f into 4f and 4f.
<h3>= 4f + 4f + 4g</h3>
If we take 4 common
= 4(f + f + g)
<h3>= 4(2f + g)</h3>
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Answer:
$1350
Step-by-step explanation:
5% of 1000 is 50
50x7 is 350
1000+350=1350