what is the difference between the commutative property of multiplication and the associative property of multiplication?

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anonymous · Answer

oh I have this in my notes somewhere

.sam. · Answer

Commutative property: When two numbers are multiplied together, the product is the same regardless of the order of the multiplicands. For example 4 * 2 = 2 * 4

Associative Property: When three or more numbers are multiplied, the product is the same regardless of the grouping of the factors. For example (2 * 3) * 4 = 2 * (3 * 4)

Associative indicates "group numbers" multiplying and changing of position of numbers

anonymous · Answer

GG, sam answered it like a boss.

tester97 · Answer

true dat