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How do operations such as addition or subtraction work on numbers?
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Addition works by adding numbers together: 2+3=5.
Subtraction works by taking numbers away from each other : 3-2=1.
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Performing of operations on series of numbers?
An operation on a series of numbers is when you use amongst others addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Mathematics decided the order of operations is to work out the sums in the brackets first, then exponents, then multiplications and division and finally addition and subtraction.
When working with fractions and mixed numbers what 2 operations require that you find common denominators before beginning to work?
those two operations are addition and subtraction.
The Commutative Property does not work for which operations?
Addition and multiplication
What properties do the distributive property work for?
addition and subtraction * * * * * No. The distributive property applies to two operations, for example, to multiplication over addition or subtraction.
What does Associative Property not work for which operations?
It does not work with subtraction nor division.
Should you perform operations in parentheses first?
Yes - the parts in brackets should be done first. Use BEDMAS as a guide. Brackets - Exponents (eg. x2) - Division - Multiplication - Addition - Subtraction. Although if it is just addition and subtraction you should work from left to right.
What operations dont work for commutative property?
Subtraction, division
Why should you keep your attention focused on your work when solve addition and subtraction problems?
You should keep your attention focused on your work at all times - not just when working with addition or subtraction!
Why should you keep your attention focused on your work when you solve addition and subtraction problems?
you should keep your attention focused on your work when you solve addition and subtraction problems because you might get confused
Why does associative property does not work with subtraction?
Associative property does not work with subtraction because not all numbers can be subtracted and have the same results............
How is preparing taxes related to math?
You use numbers and add/subract them. You also work with your budget, which is using math. Income tax forms use addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, etc.
Can you apply the associative property to subtraction?
No, the associative property only applies to addition and multiplication, not subtraction or division. Here is an example which shows why it cannot work with subtraction: (6-4)-2=0 6-(4-2)=4
