Question

Which expression is equivalent to 2(9 + 7)? (1 point) Select one: a. 18 + 14 b. 18 + 7 c. 11 + 9 d. 11 + 7

Answer 1

2(9 + 7) = 2*9 + 2*7 = 18 + 14

So it is a.

Answer 2

Answer:

Option a. 18 + 14

Step-by-step explanation:

Thinking process:

The expression : 2 (9+7) gives 2(9) + 2(7)

=  18 + 14

= 32

Looking at the answers and comparing, a is the best option