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

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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) About Me  (Show Source):
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The commutative property of addition

Answer by Earlsdon(6294) About Me  (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