Choose the property illustrated by the following statement. (7 * y) * 5=7 * (y * 5)

associative property of multiplication
B.
commutative property of multiplication
C.
distributive property
D.
identity element of multiplication

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The property illustrated by the statement \( (7 * y) * 5 = 7 * (y * 5) \) is the **associative property of multiplication**.

So, the correct answer is:

**A. associative property of multiplication**.