Lesson Worksheet: Distributive Property Applications Mathematics
In this worksheet, we will practice applying the distributive property to evaluate expressions and solving problems involving real-life situations.
Q8:
Using the distributive property, calculate .
Q9:
Using the distributive property, calculate .
Q10:
Isabella is trying to figure out the cost of 8 juice boxes that are sold for $4.11 each. Which of the following mathematical sentences can be used to help Isabella do her calculations easily and states the real number property applied?
- A, the associative property of multiplication
- B, the commutative property of multiplication
- C, the distributive property
- D, the commutative property of addition
- E, the distributive property
Q11:
Ethan bought 7 new outfits for $65 each for his wardrobe. Determine the expression that represents the total cost. Using the distributive property, determine an equivalent expression that can be used to calculate the total cost mentally.
- A,
- B,
- C,
- D,
- E,
Q15:
Use Michaelβs fact to find the missing numbers.
Q16:
A hardware store has 154 hammers and 171 screwdrivers on sale for $9.03 each. Determine how much money the hardware store will earn if all the hammers and screwdrivers are sold. If the selling price decreased to $6.69, determine how much money the store would earn then, and calculate the difference between the storeβs earnings for both prices.
- A$1,698.13, $1,297.99, $400.14
- B$2,934.75, $2,174.25, $760.50
- C$1,561.62, $1,201.26, $360.36
- D$334.03, $331.69, $665.72
- E$2,934.75, $2,174.25, $5,109.00