Question

simplify this expression by using the distributive property 7(p + 3) ?p + enter the number that belongs in the green bo

Explanation:

Step1: Distribute 7 to $p$

$7 \times p = 7p$

Step2: Distribute 7 to 3

$7 \times 3 = 21$

Step3: Combine the terms

$7p + 21$

Answer:

$7p + 21$
The number in the green box is 7.