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Math Properties Pairs Switch

2(2+3)+0=2(2+ 3)

2. Ana is trying to use the distributive property correctly. Look at her work below to find and
correct her mistake.

4(5+11)=9+15

3. Give an example of the commutative property using addition

4. Name the property shown below, and explain why you know it is that property.

1
5 ( )1=1 1
5

5. True or false: Subtraction is commutative

6. Explain why division is not associative and give an example to support your claim.
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Math Properties Pairs Switch

1. What property is being shown below?

2(2+3) 0=0

2. Ana is trying to use the distributive property correctly. Complete her work for her using the
distributive property to evaluate this expression.
4(5+11)=?

3. Give an example of the commutative property using multiplication.

4. Name the property shown below, and explain why you know it is that property.

1 1
5 ( )1=5( )
5 5

5. True or false: Division is associative

6. Explain why Subtraction is not commutative and give an example to support your claim.