Which Property of the Real Numbers Is Illustrated by the Following

question 75

Multiple Choice

Which property of the real numbers is illustrated by the following statement?
(14 + 12) + 7 = 14 + (12 + 7)

• A)Identity property for addition
• B)Commutative property of addition
• C)Associative property of addition
• D)Distributive property

---

Definitions:

Antinuclear Antibodies

Autoantibodies that target substances within the nucleus of a cell, often found in autoimmune diseases.

C-reactive Protein

A substance produced by the liver in response to inflammation.

Alkaline Phosphatase

An enzyme found in many body tissues, with high concentrations in the bones and liver; elevated levels can indicate certain diseases or conditions.

Uric Acid

A waste product found in the blood, resulting from the breakdown of purines, and excreted in urine.