For this week's online blog assignment, please respond to the following prompt:
How could you teach The Distributive Property to someone over the phone? In at least 3-5 sentences, briefly describe how you would explain to someone on the phone how to use the Distributive Property without making them see how it works visually.
Reminders:
- Your response to this blog post AND another student in the class' post is due on SUNDAY, 02/19/2017 at 10pm ChST.
- Be sure to respond to the prompt FIRST, then respond to the post of another student in the class.
- Use any vocabulary terms that you've learned that could be relevant in your response
- Be creative. I will give one extra credit point (added to this online blog assignment) if your response is creative and unique.
Have fun blogging! I can't wait to read your responses!
i would say that it is kind of like using operation such as multiplying dividing,adding and subtracting but with a number with variables that is a constant or a negative or positive number.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your response, Devin. Please keep in mind the requirements for this online blog assignment. Remember, I am looking for a 3-5 sentence response to the prompt, so please give me more details. Also, if I was the person you would teach the Distributive Property over the phone to, I would be deeply confused since I cannot exactly picture how the Distributive Property would work.
Delete(Reposted due to typo) Well Devin, if I were to explain the Distributive Property to someone via phone as of right now, it would sound very similar to that. Good job though for knowing what the Distributive Property was. Why? The reason is that these things you learn will be useful later on in your life.
DeleteThe way I would teach someone the Distributive Property through a phone is just by simply explaining how it would look when set up, and how do you solve it. So if I were to be in a phone call as of right now about the Distributive Property, I would first explain what it was, which is when you distribute x to y and z. When written, it would look like a number on the outside of the parenthesis, while there are variables or numbers in the inside, whether they are positives or negatives. Afterwards, I would say multiply the number on the outside with whatever is in the inside of the parenthesis. And that is how I would teach the Distributive Property to someone via phone.
ReplyDeleteVery detailed and clear response here, Devahn. I really admire your close attention to the fine details when explaining what the Distributive Property is and how you would use it. Your response is very thorough and easy to follow. I would be thankful if you were the one who taught me this mathematical property over the phone. Excellent work!
Deletei think when you are distributing the properties like ex; 2(4+8) you would distribute the 2 to the numbers in the parenthesis so the answer would be 2x4=8+16 like 2x8=6 multiply the number that is outside the parenthesis with the numbers in the parenthesis.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your answer great job and keep up the good work. However the way you explained it might kind of confuse others because you didn't explain that you distributed the 2 to the 8 and that you have to add it after. But I give you big credit for trying not 👏👏👏❤
DeleteThank you for your response, Christian. I appreciate you giving an example, however, like Alicia mentioned in her comment, I, too, would be a bit confused myself. I'm sure you're already a master at the Distributive Property but be mindful of the person you're trying to teach it to as it could be their first time learning it. Great work.
DeleteA way you can teach someone how to distribute properties over a phone is by giving them an example problem and how to solve it. For example 5(3*5) you take the number outside the parenthis and distribute it to the numbers inside the parenthesis. 5*3=15 then 5*5=25 after you get ur answer you take the 15 and 25 and add it together. You will get 30.
ReplyDeletei agree with your answer . Good job at aswering the question, it is always best to give example , but it is better if you give real life examples to the person you're talking on the phone. But good job at trying to answer :) ;)
DeleteGreat response, Alicia! I absolutely agree with you saying that giving them an example problem is one way to teach the Distributive Property to someone over the phone. Whenever we learn something new, especially in math, I believe it would be helpful to give as much examples until we get it. I'm excited to see your response to next week's prompt. Excellent work!
Deleteyah it would kind of be like when you add a positive number to a negative but it subtracts numbers from that positive since it is a negative which would make it a negative or positive it all depends on what number is bieng mutiplyed or subtractin, dividing and adding
ReplyDeleteThe way I would teach someone how to do distributive properties is by giving them a real life example like there is 2(2+4) so first oyu have to distribute the 2 to the numbers in the parenthesis, So 2 multiply by 2 is 4 and 2 multiply by 4 is 8 so the anyswer should be 4+8.
ReplyDeleteThe way you explained how to distribute is not confusing because you went over the steps and also showed how to multiply.
DeleteI agree with how you do it, but in the end don't you have to add the 4 and 8 because there are no variables in it. But GOOD JOB for trying :)
Deletei agree with giving a real life example. It helps your friend understand the problem more, other than giving them a bunch of numbers for no reason. Also, giving real life examples gives your friend an image in their mind, which helps solve the equation.
DeleteSuperb job, Cindy! Your response is well thought out and I like how you mentioned that we should give a real-life example. Although your example in your response doesn't reflect that of a real-life problem, I'm pretty sure you are able to share one with someone over the phone. Overall, great work!
DeleteThe way I would teach someone how to distribute properties over a phone is by giving them an expression or a problem then tell them what to do. First, 4(3+5) take the 4 then multiply it with the numbers inside (4x3) (4x5). The answer you would get is 12+20.
ReplyDeleteI think my own is the same with you but talking about like terms and unlike terms. But your own is also good
DeleteJovilyn, I enjoyed reading your response. However, keep in mind that the final answer to your example is NOT "12 + 20." Notice that they are both like terms (they are constants), so you can combine them. Thus, you would yield an answer of 22. Other than that, thank you for your step-by-step explanation on how to teach the Distributive Property over the phone.
Deleteyes but what about the negative numbers dont forget
ReplyDeleteThe way I can teach the person over the phone about distributive property is when they asked how I would do it I would say if your gonna distributive property you have to have your problem when the number is outside example 3(1+2g) you take three and multiply every number like 3 multiply to 1 and 2 after you get your total you either add it if they have the same variable but since it's unlike terms than your answer will just be 6g.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your response, Neinarin. Although you gave a good example, I don't agree with your suggestion for the final answer. In your example 3(1 + 2g), distributing the factor 3 into the terms inside the parenthesis, you would get 3(1) + 3(2g) which simplifies to be 6g + 3. I agree that the terms are unlike, however, if they cannot be combined, you must rearrange them so that they are in alphabetical order. Do not omit any single terms just because it cannot be combined with other terms. Great work!
DeleteThe way i would teach a person on a phone, i would tell them how to do distributive property by giving them an expression and they would solve it. If they dont know how, i would teach them so they can know.
ReplyDeleteBut how would you teach them through the phone? I know you are saying that you would teach them, but the question is asking HOW you would teach them. I think you should explain to them step by step and make them understand the problem.
DeleteWhat kind of example your going to give them ? How would you solve it . But still good job for trying . :)
DeleteThank you for your response, Ramona. Like what Nathanette said, I think you may have misinterpreted the prompt. The prompt asks you HOW you would teach the Distributive Property to someone over the phone. Be sure to give specific instructions as to how to use the property so that the person on the phone can walk away knowing how to use it properly. Thank you for your participation in this week's online assignment.
Deleteand variables
ReplyDeleteif there were any in the problem
i would teach with what they know. For example, in your team there are 5 all in all, including you. You guys were gonna have a pizza party. Each person would get 10 drinks and 5 pizza, how much drinks and pizza would be needed? That way they know to multiply the p and d by 5, which uses the distributive property.
ReplyDeleteI am very impressed, Nicolette! Instead of giving a concrete numerical example, your response was creative and unique. Exactly what I was looking for in this week's prompt. Thank you for putting the Distributive Property into context and making it easier for people to understand it better. Outstanding work!
DeleteI like your example. It looks as if it would very helpful and easy to understand over the phone. I applaud you.
Delete-Janelle Carnaje
If i were to teach someone about the distributive property through the phone, I would give them an example and teach them the terms. For example: 3(4+5). In this example equation you are going to distribute the number 3 to both numbers 4 and 5. So then 3x4=12 and 3x5=15. After you have your answer add both numbers 12+15=27.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great response, Nathanette. I agree with your reasoning and how you have arrived at your final answer. It is very important to take the time to thoroughly explain the steps when using the Distributive Property to someone over the phone. Nice work!
DeleteThe way you can teach someone the distributive property over a phone is by explaining how to solve the expression. For example, you give them a problem, 2(3+7), so you would take the number outside the parenthesis and multiply it with the number inside.So you would take the 2 and multiply it with the 3 and you would get 6 , then you take the 2 and multiply it with the other number which is 14, if you multiply the number that is outside the parenthesis, you would get (6+14) then you add it together and your result will be 20.
ReplyDeleteVery detailed and easy to follow response, Paulette! I recorded myself saying this response and then played it back with my eyes closed as if I was the one learning the Distributive Property over the phone. I was intrigued by your careful analysis of the steps when using the Distributive Property and I can see that you understand how it works. Great work!
DeleteIf i were to teach a person like my bestfriend i would teach him how to multiply divide and and add positive numbers.and when you add numbers it depends on what number is being added
ReplyDeleteyou have to check the inside of the parenthesis.
Great response here, JP! It is very important to carefully analyze the terms inside the parenthesis when using the Distributive Property as there may be a mixture of both positive and negative signs. Thank you for participating in this week's online assignment!
Deleteim so sorry christian i didnt mean to put the word "NOT" idk what happened lol it was the auto corrector... _ALICIA
ReplyDeleteThe way of teaching the distributive property over the phone is by giving them an equation like 4(7+10). You can solve it in two ways; one way is that you can distribute the number 4 to 7 and 10. You could also make the equation easier by adding the numbers inside the parenthesis and then multiply 4 by the sum of 7 and 10. And that's how i would teach to my friend over the phone about distributive property.
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Thank you for your response, Janelle. I just wanted to point out that in your example 4(7+10), this is an "expression," NOT an equation. Remember, an equation involves the use of an equal sign. Secondly, your example works great and makes it easier to evaluate when you simplify the terms inside the parenthesis, however, it is good to remember that not all the terms inside the parenthesis can be combined like how you suggested (e.g. "2a + 10). Aside from the few points I wanted to clarify, great work!
DeleteIf I were to teach someone on the phone about distributive property I would first give them an example and explain how to do it.For example,1(3+5).So first, you distribute the number that is out the parenthesis to the number in the parenthesis.You would get (3+5). Lastly, you add both of the numbers because there are no variables and you would get 8.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your response, Marianne. You did a very good job at giving simple instructions on how to simplify an algebraic expression by using the Distributive Property. I would like to see you give an example next time involving terms inside the parenthesis that cannot be combined and how you would go about explaining that to someone over the phone. I commend you on a job well done.
DeleteI think that you can just give them an example on the phone 4(5d+6d) then i will tell them to distribute the 4 to 5 and 6. then it will look like 4x5d=20d then 4x6d=24d. After that you add 20d to the 24d you will get 44d.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your response, Jancee. I like your example, however, I couldn't help but notice that you distributed the factor 4 to just 5 and 6. This is incorrect since the terms inside your parenthesis are 5d and 6d respectively. Pay close attention to little details like this as they could change your final answer a lot. Aside from that, great work here.
DeleteThe way I would explain how to distribute properties on the phone with someone is to give them examples like, 5(8+5). First, you will take the number in the outside the parentheses and multiply it to the numbers inside the parentheses and then take the final product of both answers and add it together and you will get your result.
ReplyDeletethis is another way i would explain it to a friend on the phone.
DeleteVictoria, I appreciate your reasoning in this response. I, too, would give an example like yours. However, be careful with the way you use your vocabulary as it can change the perspective of the person you are trying to teach the Distributive Property to. For instance, you stated to "take the final product of both answers." I think what you meant to say was to distribute the factor to the terms inside the parenthesis by multiplying them and then find the final SUM of them to obtain your answer. Great response!
DeleteThe way i could explain to a friend on the phone about distributive property is by giving an example with negative or positive numbers like -3(2+3m). Take your -3 the factor and distribute it to the numbers in the parenthesis, to 2 and 3m. When you distribute you take your factor and multiply it with your numbers in the parenthesis and thats how i would explain it to a friend on the phone.
ReplyDeleteThank you for your response, Dora. I really enjoyed reading your response. Your response includes a great example of how the Distributive Property works but how would you explain to the person on the phone your method of obtaining your final answer? Since your terms inside the parenthesis are not like terms, your final answer would be -9m - 6. Excellent work!
DeleteNathanette, i agree what you said that you have to add and explain it with a friend on the phone.
ReplyDeleteHow I would teach Distributive Property to someone over a phone is that I would give and show them examples like 8(2+4).So the example that I gave it would be solved like this 8x2 + 8x4 because first you distribute the 8 to the 2 and then distribute the 8 to the 4.So 8x2 that would be 16 and 8x4 would be 32.So after you get your answers by distributing 8 to 2 and 4, you add your answers together and you'll get 48.So 48 is your final answer.
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