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31 January, 23:06

Is the expression 3 (x + 1 1/2) equivalent to 3x + 1 1/2

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  1. 31 January, 23:25
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    No

    Step-by-step explanation:

    You only distribute the 3 to the x but not to 1 1/2. In order for the two equations to be the same, you have to distribute 3 to both the x and 1 1/2. Then the answer will look like this : 3x + 4 1/2 or 3x + 9/2
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