Expanding and Simplifying

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1.Expand:
a) 3 (x + 4) = 3x + 12
b) 6 (x – 2). =. 6x – 12
c) -2 (x + 1). = -2x -2
d) -4 (2x – 5). = -8x + 20

2. Expand and Simplify: (Watch out for negative signs)

Commented [MF1]:

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3. A rectangle measures ( x  3) m by 5m. Write an expression for the:

a) area of the rectangle b) perimeter of the rectangle

4. Do as directed.
a) Work out the area of the larger rectangle.
b) Write an expression for the area of the smaller rectangle.
c) The small rectangle is cut out of the large rectangle.

Write an expression for the area that is left.