Properties of Multiplication Worksheets
Use the commutative, associative and distributive properties to complete equivalent expressions.
Before you begin
Read place values and recall basic addition, subtraction and multiplication facts.
Worked example
Complete the commutative property: 6 × 10 = ? × 6.
- Changing the order of the factors does not change their product.
Answer: 10
Check your result using the method in the example before moving to the next question.
Choose your level
These sets use the same exercise types and number ranges across level labels. Choose a fresh set for additional practice.
- Easy: Start with the preview and follow the worked example.
- Medium: Practice the same exercise types with a fresh numbered set.
- Hard: Use another set to practice explaining and checking your answers.
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Preview and print an easy set
Try six questions below, or choose a full set at your level.
1
Complete the commutative property: 4 × 6 = ? × 4.
2
Complete the associative property: (9 × 2) × 4 = 9 × (2 × ?).
3
Complete the distributive property: 10 × (8 + 2) = (10 × 8) + (10 × ?).
4
Complete the commutative property: 9 × 4 = ? × 9.
5
Complete the associative property: (8 × 11) × 3 = 8 × (11 × ?).
6
Complete the distributive property: 12 × (11 + 4) = (12 × 11) + (12 × ?).
Answer Key
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