Which expression is equivalent to 15n – 20?

Follow the steps below to choose an equivalent expression for 15n – 20 using the distributive property. Use the work below to help you.

1. Find the GCF of the terms.

   The GCF of 15n and 20 is 5.

2. To factor out the GCF, divide each term in the expression by the GCF.

   15n ÷ 5 = 3n and 20 ÷ 50 = 4

 

Which expression is equivalent to 15n – 20?
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Answer 3. Mistake in your text: should be 20÷5=4
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