Topic 3 - Math Vocabulary

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The order of factors does not change the product. For example, a × b = b × a.

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Commutative Property of Multiplication

Front

The way in which factors are grouped does not change the product. For example, (a × b) × c = a × (b × c).

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Associative Property of Multiplication

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The product of any number and 1 is that number. For example, a × 1 = a.

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Identity Property of Multiplication

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The product of any number and 0 is 0. For example, a × 0 = 0.

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Zero Property of Multiplication

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The numbers being multiplied.

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Factor

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The result of multiplying two or more numbers together.

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Product

Front

The products of a number and other whole numgers.

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Multiples

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An estimate that is higher than the actual value.

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Overestimate

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An estimate that is lower than the actual value.

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Underestimate

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A symbol, such as a letter, used to represent a number in mathematical expressions or equations.

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Variable