Question

Simplify, using your knowledge of properties: (1/4)(3 + 1)
A. 0
B. 1
C. 1/4
D. 4

Answer 1

B. 1

Answer 2

To be specific, add the 3 + 1 first which yields 4. Then a trick I do is imagine that multiplying by 1/4 is the same as dividing by 4.You can switch it around either way and still get the same answer.