Math Problem Statement

Identify which property is shown.

-8.3+(-6.2)+(-3.9) = -6.2 + (-8.3) +(-3.9)

Solution

The property shown in the equation

8.3+(6.2)+(3.9)=6.2+(8.3)+(3.9)-8.3 + (-6.2) + (-3.9) = -6.2 + (-8.3) + (-3.9)

is the Commutative Property of Addition.

This property states that the order in which two numbers are added does not affect their sum. In this case, the terms 8.3-8.3 and 6.2-6.2 have been switched, but the overall sum remains the same.

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Here are 5 related questions:

  1. What is the commutative property of multiplication?
  2. How does the associative property of addition differ from the commutative property?
  3. Can subtraction follow the commutative property? Why or why not?
  4. What is an example of the commutative property with positive numbers?
  5. How does the commutative property apply to complex numbers?

Tip: The commutative property works for addition and multiplication, but not for subtraction or division.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Commutative Property of Addition
Arithmetic

Formulas

a + b = b + a

Theorems

Commutative Property

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 5-7