What is meant by the term commutative in algebra? Explain along with an example.
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2022-01-06
What is meant by the term commutative in algebra? Explain along with an example.
Answer & Explanation
Cassandra Ramirez
Beginner2022-01-07Added 30 answers
Definition:
The Commutative property in algebra states that order does not matter.
In other words, if ‘*’ is an operation and a*b = b*a for all a and b, then * is a commutative.
Example: (Commutative)
Addition: .
Multiplication: .
Example: (non-Commutative)
Subtraction : .
Division : .
Louis Page
Beginner2022-01-08Added 34 answers
The commutative property states that the numbers on which we operate can be moved or swapped from their position without making any difference to the answer. The property holds for Addition and Multiplication, but not for subtraction and division