The Name of a Property Is Given Followed by Part

question 158

Multiple Choice

The name of a property is given followed by part of an equation. Complete the equation to the right of the equal sign to
illustrate the given property.
-4a + 8b = commutative property of addition

• A) 8a + 4b
• B) 4b + 8a
• C) 8b + 4a
• D) a·4 + b·8

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Definitions:

Equal

Signifying mathematical equivalency or equality between two expressions or entitites.

Equation

A mathematical statement that asserts the equality of two expressions, typically involving variables.

Coefficients

Numbers placed before variables in algebraic expressions to indicate multiplication.

Expression

A combination of symbols that represents a mathematical quantity or relationship.