Associative
Jargon-Free Definition
A rule showing that the grouping of numbers can change without changing the answer.
QCAA/AC9 Definition
Describes an operation where changing the grouping of numbers does not change the result.
Examples of Word Use in School
- Use the associative property to regroup the numbers.
- Show that addition is associative.
- Explain why the answer stays the same.
Mathematical Definition
For an operation