Question

Explain how you know whether to add or subtract when you you distributive property of multiplication

Answer 1

The easiest way to know when to add or subtract with distributive property of multiplication is by remembering that multiply (x) and add (+) mean gaining, whereas divide (/) and subtract (-) mean to take away. When multiplying, thus distributive property of MULYIPication, you add 99% of the time.

Answer 2

U could use the term
Please(parenthesis)
Excuse(evaluate)
My(multiplication)
Dear(division)
Aunt(addition)
Sally(subtract)
Which shows you what order to go in