SOLUTION: Can someone help me on this problem? Which property of the real numbers is illustrated by the following statement? 7 + 8 = 8 + 7 Thanks, Lisa

Question 53260: Can someone help me on this problem?
Which property of the real numbers is illustrated by the following statement?
7 + 8 = 8 + 7
Thanks,
Lisa
Found 2 solutions by funmath, Earlsdon:
Answer by funmath(2933) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The commutative property of addition
Answer by Earlsdon(6294) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
This demonstrates the "Commutative Property of Addition"
The order in which the numbers are added does not change the sum.
The word "commute" means to change position or location...as when you commute to work or school.
Example:
7 + 9 = 9 + 7

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