Value Times Bracketed Terms (Level 1)

This math topic involves practicing algebraic functions specifically focused on multiplying values with bracketed terms. It includes exercises on distributing a number over terms inside parentheses and then simplifying the expressions. The questions present algebraic expressions like `7(n - 8)`, `9(d - 9)`, or `2(z - 4)`, and ask the student to identify equivalent expressions among multiple choices, such as `7n - 56`, `9d - 81`, or `2z - 8`. This forms a foundation for understanding polynomials and quadratics. These skills help in simplifying expressions and solving equations effectively.

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Algebraic Functions - Value Times Bracketed Terms Worksheet

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Algebraic Functions - Value Times Bracketed Terms
1
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 2(y + 9)
a A LaTex expression showing 2y - 18
b A LaTex expression showing 2y + 11
c A LaTex expression showing y to the power of {2 } + 18
d A LaTex expression showing 2y + 18
e A LaTex expression showing 2y - 11
2
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 9(n + 6)
a A LaTex expression showing 9n - 54
b A LaTex expression showing n to the power of {9 } + 54
c A LaTex expression showing 9n + 54
d A LaTex expression showing 9n - 15
e A LaTex expression showing 9n + 15
3
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 9(y + 7)
a A LaTex expression showing 9y - 63
b A LaTex expression showing y to the power of {9 } + 63
c A LaTex expression showing 9y + 63
d A LaTex expression showing 9y - 16
e A LaTex expression showing 9y + 16
4
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 4(p - 7)
a A LaTex expression showing 4p - 11
b A LaTex expression showing 4p + 11
c A LaTex expression showing p to the power of {4 } + 28
d A LaTex expression showing 4p + 28
e A LaTex expression showing 4p - 28
5
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 5(y - 2)
a A LaTex expression showing 5y - 10
b A LaTex expression showing 5y + 10
c A LaTex expression showing 5y - 7
d A LaTex expression showing y to the power of {5 } + 10
e A LaTex expression showing 5y + 7
6
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 9(x - 8)
a A LaTex expression showing x to the power of {9 } + 72
b A LaTex expression showing 9x - 72
c A LaTex expression showing 9x + 72
d A LaTex expression showing 9x + 17
e A LaTex expression showing 9x - 17
7
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 8(x + 8)
a A LaTex expression showing 8x - 64
b A LaTex expression showing 8x + 16
c A LaTex expression showing x to the power of {8 } + 64
d A LaTex expression showing 8x + 64
e A LaTex expression showing 8x - 16
8
Which answer is the same expression as this
A LaTex expression showing 7(n - 8)
a A LaTex expression showing 7n - 15
b A LaTex expression showing 7n + 15
c A LaTex expression showing 7n + 56
d A LaTex expression showing n to the power of {7 } + 56
e A LaTex expression showing 7n - 56