The properties of multiplication and division are an easier way when making calculations.
Let's see an example for each one.
Mutiplication:
Suppose we are going to multiply:
[tex] 2 * 89
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It is easier to make the product using the distributive property:
[tex] 2 * 89 = 2 * (80 + 9)
2 * 89 = (2 * 80) + (2 * 9)
2 * 89 = 160 + 18
2 * 89 = 178
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Division:
Suppose we have the following division:
[tex] \frac{2}{0} [/tex]
By properties of the division, we know that this division is not defined.
Therefore, when we see a division between 0, we know that the answer is that it is not defined.
Answer:
The rules of multiplication and division help to divide and multiply in a faster way.