Identify the Property Illustrated by the Expression $- 5 ( 7 + 9 ) = - 5 \cdot 7 + ( - 5 ) \cdot 9$

question 91

Multiple Choice

Identify the property illustrated by the expression.
- $- 5 ( 7 + 9 ) = - 5 \cdot 7 + ( - 5 ) \cdot 9$

• A) associative property of addition
• B) associative property of multiplication
• C) commutative property of multiplication
• D) distributive property

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Definitions:

Price Stability

A situation in an economy where prices in general do not change significantly over time, minimizing uncertainty and conducive to economic growth.

Oligopolies

Market structures characterized by a small number of firms that have significant market power, which can influence prices and output levels.

Cartels

Formal agreements among competing firms to control prices, production, and distribution of goods, often to restrict competition and increase profits illegally.

Collusive Arrangements

Agreements between firms to control prices or exclude entry of a new competitor in the market, often in violation of antitrust laws.