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Multiplying Decimals

Question 7 • SS-Math 7

Which correctly applies the distributive property to show an equivalent expression to (–2.1)(3.4)?

Answer
A
(2)(3) – (0.1)(0.4)
B
(–2)(3) + (–0.1)(0.4)
C
(2.1)(3) – (2.1)(0.4)
D
(–2.1)(3) + (–2.1)(0.4)

Explanation

Write 3.4 as 3 + 0.4. Then distribute −2.1: (−2.1)(3 + 0.4) = (−2.1)(3) + (−2.1)(0.4). This matches choice D.

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