The missing factor in the equation is -21
The Distributive Property introduces the multiplication operator an existing mathematical statement that involves the addition operator.
From the complete question, the equation is given as:
[tex]6 \times x= (3 \times 7) + (x \times 7)[/tex]
Where x represents the missing factor.
So, we have:
[tex]6x= (21) + (7x)[/tex]
Remove brackets
[tex]6x= 21 + 7x[/tex]
Collect like terms
[tex]6x-7x= 21[/tex]
Evaluate the like terms
[tex]-x= 21[/tex]
Divide both sides by -1
[tex]x= -21[/tex]
Hence, the missing factor in the equation is -21
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