Question

Which could be the next step in simplifying this expression?

24 + (6 + 29)

A.
24 • 6 + 24 • 29 (use the distributive property)

B.
24 • 6 + 29 (use the associative property)

C.
(24 + 6) + 29 (use the associative property)

D.
24 + 6 • 29 (use the commutative property)

@Donblue

Answer 1

@dan

Answer 2

@mathstudent55

Answer 3

A?

Answer 4

C. I suppose.
The parenthesis in 24 + (6 + 29) do not provide any additional information beyond
24 + 6 + 29

Answer 5

It's b I think not to sure

Answer 6

thank u @robtobey

Answer 7

Your welcome and thank you for the medal.