Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011
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4. Properties of Real Numbers
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Exercise 29 Page 27

1.5n

Practice makes perfect
Consider the given expression.

1.5mn/m We are asked to simplify this expression. We can use the Properties of Real Numbers in order to do so. Let's do it!

Property/Operation Before After
Commutative Property of Multiplication 1.5 m n/m 1.5 n m/m
a* b/c=a * b/c 1.5n m/m 1.5n*m/m
a/a=1 1.5n * m/m 1.5 * 1
Identity Property of Multiplication 1.5 * 1 1.5