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Write the commutative property of addition.

   Write the commutative property of addition.

Elementary Algebra

Elementary Algebra

Laura Bracken, Ed… 1st Edition

Chapter 5, Problem 98

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Solved by Expert Michelle Nguyen

07/25/2020

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The commutative property of addition states that for any two numbers a and b, their sum remains the same regardless of the order in which they are added. Show more…

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Addition

Addition is one of the basic arithmetic operations where two or more numbers are combined to yield a sum. When combined with the commutative property, it demonstrates that swapping the numbers in an addition problem will still result in the same sum, highlighting the flexibility and consistency of this operation.

Commutative Property

The commutative property is a fundamental principle in mathematics which asserts that the result of an operation does not change if the order of the operands is switched. This property is essential for simplifying expressions and solving equations, as the order in which numbers are added or multiplied does not affect the outcome.

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