Lesson 3: properties
I Can...
...produce equivalent expressions using the distributive, commutative, and associative properties.
...simplify expressions using the order of operations.
...simplify expressions using the order of operations.
Words to Know
Properties: statements that are true for any numbers (see chart below for most common).
Counterexample: an example that shows something is not true.
Simplify: perform all possible operations to reduce to the lowest answer.
Deductive Reasoning: reaching a conclusion using facts, properties, or rules.
Properties Chart:
Counterexample: an example that shows something is not true.
Simplify: perform all possible operations to reduce to the lowest answer.
Deductive Reasoning: reaching a conclusion using facts, properties, or rules.
Properties Chart:
Examples
1. Find a counterexample
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2. Identify Properties
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3. Simplify Algebraic Expressions
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Tips
Think of a word or phrase that will help you remember each of the properties - you already know how to do the math, now you need to know the name behind what you do.
Extra Examples
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