Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Algebraic Expressions - 1.2 The Commutative, Associative, and Distributive Laws - 1.2 Exercise Set - Page 17: 34

Answer

$4(uv)$

Work Step by Step

The associative law of multiplication states that $a\times(b\times c)=(a\times b)\times c$ (where $a$, $b$, and $c$ are real numbers). That is, changing the grouping of numbers to be multiplied does not affect the answer. Therefore, $(4u)v=(4\times u)\times v=4\times(u\times v)=4(uv)$.
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