SOLUTION: Write an expression equivalent to 3(x+y)using the commutative property of addition

Question 551625: Write an expression equivalent to 3(x+y)using the commutative property of addition

Found 2 solutions by fcabanski, nieljonash:
Answer by fcabanski(1391) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The commutative property: When two numbers are added the sum is the same regardless of the order of the addends. 3+1 = 1+3

3(x+y) = 3(y+x) (Change the order of the addends.)

If you need help understanding math so you can solve these problems yourself, then one on one online tutoring is the answer ($30/hr). If you need faster solutions with guaranteed detailed answers, then go with personal problem solving ($3.50-$5.50 per problem). Contact me at fcabanski@hotmail.com

Answer by nieljonash(1) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3(x+y) = (y+x)3
RELATED QUESTIONS
Write an equivalent expression using a commutative property xy +... (answered by tommyt3rd)
Use the commutative law of addition to write an equivalent expression. y + 17 (answered by jim_thompson5910)
use the commutative property of addition to write an equivalent expression to 7x+8y. use (answered by bonster)
Using the commutative law of addition write a equivalent expression.... (answered by Edwin McCravy)
Which expression uses the commutative property of addition to make an expression... (answered by ReadingBoosters)
Write an equivalent expression using the given property. Part A: Commutative property of (answered by josgarithmetic)
Use the commutative law of addition to write an equivalent expression. f + 6g (answered by richard1234)
Use the commutative law of addition to write an equivalent expression. 7c + d (answered by MathLover1)
use the commutative law of addition to write an equivalent expression.... (answered by richard1234)