Q. Which property of multiplication is shown?4×(5×3)=(4×5)×3Choices:(A)associative(B)commutative
Identify Structure: Identify the structure of the equation.The equation shows a number multiplied by a grouped multiplication on both sides of the equation. This suggests a rearrangement of the parentheses without changing the order of the numbers.
Recognize Property: Recognize the property of multiplication.The associative property allows us to change the grouping of the numbers being multiplied without changing the product. This property is shown here as (4×(5×3))=((4×5)×3).
Match to Choices: Match the property to the choices given.The associative property matches choice (A)associative, not (B)commutative, which would involve swapping the places of numbers.
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