Lesson: Using Commutative and Associative Properties to Simplify Algebraic Expressions

In this lesson, we will learn how to simplify algebraic expressions using the commutative and associative properties for addition and multiplication.

Question Video: Multiplication of Integers Using the Commutative Property

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Q1:

Does the associative property apply to subtraction?

Q2:

Does the commutative property apply to division?

Q3:

Rewrite the expression using the associative property.

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