Question

create an equivalent expression for 3.5(1.5 +7).

Explanation:

Step1: Apply distributive property

$3.5 \times 1.5 + 3.5 \times 7$

Step2: Calculate each product (optional simplification)

$5.25 + 24.5$

Answer:

$3.5 \times 1.5 + 3.5 \times 7$ (or $5.25 + 24.5$)