Simplify Each Term, If Necessary, and Then Use the Distributive

question 163

Essay

Simplify each term, if necessary, and then use the distributive property to combine terms, if possible.

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Definitions:

Lanham Act

A federal statute that provides protection to trademarks, service marks, and unfair competition in the market.

First Amendment

A part of the United States Constitution that protects freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition.

Disparaging

Making belittling or derogatory statements or comments about someone or something.

Register of Copyright

An official record maintained by a government authority that lists works protected by copyright law.