Which property does the statement illustrate?

1.

(n + 6) • 7 = 7 • (n + 6)

2.

3 • (4 • 9) = (3 • 4) • 9

3.

(2x • 5y) • 8 = 2x • (5y • 8)

4.

5 • 3 = 3 • 5

A.

commutative property of multiplication

B.

associative property of multiplication

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1. It illustrates the commutative property of multiplication because the answer is the same even if you switch the order.

2. B because the answer is the same if you switch the places of the parentheses

3. B same reason as above

4. A because no matter what order, the answer is the same