Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011
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4. Properties of Real Numbers
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Exercise 31 Page 27

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Consider the given expression.

33xy/3x 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 33 x y/3x 33 y x/3x
Write as a product of fractions 33y x/3 x 33y/3* x/x
a/a=1 33y/3 * x/x 33y/3 * 1
Identity Property of Multiplication 33y/3 * 1 33y/3
a* b/c=a/c * b 33 y/3 33/3 * y
Calculate Quotient 33/3 * y 11 y