Explain how the distributive law applies to multiplication expressions with a common factor
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I can explain how the distributive law can help to solve multiplication problems more efficiently, and write equations that show this.
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2 groups of ___ plus 3 groups of ___ is equal to 5 groups of ___
Where there is a common factor within expressions, the uncommon factors can be added or subtracted before multiplying.
The distributive law can be very useful for solving problems where there is a common factor.
You can use brackets in an equation to show that you have used the distributive law.
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