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

Question

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

Answer 1

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.