Use the indicated property to write an algebraic expression equivalent to the given expression.
-(9x + 2) + 4; associative
A) 9x + 2 + 4
B) 9x + (2 + 4)
C) (9x + 2 + 4)
D) (2 + 9x) + 4

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The associative property allows for the regrouping of numbers in addition. It states that the way in which numbers are grouped does not change their sum. Therefore, (9x + 2) + 4 is equivalent to 9x + (2 + 4), where the addition inside the parentheses is performed first.

Use the Indicated Property to Write an Algebraic Expression Equivalent