Question

Simplify the expression. Explain each step: 1. 3.5 + (x + 2.7) 2. (8 x k) x 4

Answer 1

In a way, you are adding like terms.
3.5 + 2.7 = 6.2, therefore making the answer 6.2 + x

The brackets can be ignored so you are really just asked 8 x 4 x k. 8 x 4 =32 so you end up with 32k