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Hello! In this question, we will be plugging in values to fit the simplification process of the expression.
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Explanation:
We were given the expression: -7(x + 10) = 7(5 - x)
In order to simplify the expression, we would use the <u>distributive property.</u>
Solve:
-7(x + 10) = 7(5 - x)
Distribute the "7" to the terms inside the parenthesis (x + 10).
-7x + (-70) = 7(5 - x)
Distribute the other "7" to the terms inside the parenthesis (5 - x).
7x + (-70) = 35 - 7x
Since we are only looking for the values in the simplification process, the answer for the first box would be -70 and the second box would be 35.
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Answer:
1. -70
2. 35
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