Pre-Algebra 07 - Associative and Distributive Properties of Multiplication

Professor Von Schmohawk explains the commutative and associative properties of addition and multiplication, highlighting that the order of numbers does not affect the result. He demonstrates the associative property with examples and discusses its limitations when combining addition and multiplication. The distributive property is introduced, showing how multiplication distributes over addition, and examples are provided to illustrate its application and reverse usage. These mathematical properties are presented as tools to simplify and manipulate mathematical expressions.

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