Use the Distributive Property to find 3 (13+5) written as an equivalent expression.

54 or as an expression (3 * 13) + (3 * 5)

Step-by-step explanation:

Step 1: Distribute

To distribute means to break the parenthesis apart. To make two different combinations.

3 (13 + 5)

(3 * 13) + (3 * 5)

Step 2: Multiply it out

(3 * 13) + (3 * 5)

39 + 15

54

Answer: 54 or as an expression (3 * 13) + (3 * 5)

Answer: 39 + 15

Step-by-step explanation: 3 (13 + 5) can be simplified by distributing the 3 through both terms that are inside the parentheses.

So we have 3 (13) + 3 (5) which simplifies to 39 + 15 or 54.

So 3 (13) + 3 (5) is an equivalent.