Question

1. which expression is equivalent to 10 + 12? a. 12(2 + 8) c. 10(8 + 4) b. 2(5 + 6) d. 2(12 + 10)

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate target value

$10 + 12 = 22$

Step2: Evaluate Option A

$12(2+8) = 12 \times 10 = 120$

Step3: Evaluate Option B

$2(5+6) = 2 \times 11 = 22$

Step4: Evaluate Option C

$10(8+4) = 10 \times 12 = 120$

Step5: Evaluate Option D

$2(12+10) = 2 \times 22 = 44$

Answer:

B. $2(5 + 6)$