Algebra Properties

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What is the Commutative Property?

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The Commutative Property states that the order of addition or multiplication does not change the result. For example, a + b = b + a and ab = ba.

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CCSS.3.OA.B.5

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Use the Commutative Property to rewrite the expression: 3 + a

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a + 3

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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What is the Zero Property of Multiplication?

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The Zero Property of Multiplication states that any number multiplied by zero equals zero. For example, 5 x 0 = 0.

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CCSS.3.OA.B.5

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Which expression illustrates the Zero Property of Multiplication?

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5 x 0 = 0

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CCSS.3.OA.B.5

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What is the Associative Property?

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The Associative Property states that the way numbers are grouped in addition or multiplication does not change the result. For example, (a + b) + c = a + (b + c) and (ab)c = a(bc).

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1D

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Rewrite (9 x 6) x 5 using the Associative Property.

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9 x (6 x 5)

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CCSS.3.OA.B.5

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Are the expressions 6 – (4 – 1) and (6 – 4) – 1 equivalent?

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No, these two expressions are not equivalent.

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CCSS.5.OA.A.1

CCSS.5.OA.A.2

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by two or more terms inside a set of parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Provide an example of the Distributive Property.

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3(10 + 4) = 30 + 12.

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CCSS.3.OA.B.5

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What is the Inverse Property of Addition?

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The Inverse Property of Addition states that for every number a, there exists a number -a such that a + (-a) = 0.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1B