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Simonne used the following steps to simplify the given expression. 12 - 3(-2x + 4) step 1: 12 + (–3)·(–2x) + (–3)·(4) step 2: 12 + 6x + (–12) step 3: 12 + (–12) + 6x step 4: 0 + 6x step 5: 6x what property of real numbers was used to transition from step 3 to step 4? a. identity property of addition b. inverse property of addition c. associative property of addition d. commutative property of addition

Acertain population of bacteria demonstrates exponential growth doubles in size every 4 days. how long will it take the population to triple in size?

How does a low unemployment rate affect a nation's economy? a. the nation has a higher number of productive resources. b. the nation can spend more money on for unemployed people. c. the nation can save money by paying lower salaries to a large workforce. reset