Multiplication Properties Teacher Resources

Defines each of the four properties of multiplication: commutative, associative, multiplicative and distributive with a brief example for each. Scroll down to find some activities to practice that test your knowledge over the properties

Seventh graders use the distributive property to rewrite and solve multiplication problems. Then they apply addition and multiplication properties to simplify numerical expressions.

Choose from among several video tutorials that teach the process of solving simple equations using a variety of different tools. Topics include subtraction property of equality, addition property of equality, multiplication property of...

In this instructional activity on multiplication facts, 3rd graders learn multiplication properties, explore equal groups, and apply their learning to a real-world situation.

This video tutorial shows you how to get rid of a negative variable in an equation by using the multiplication property of -1. [2:34]

This tutorial shows you how to rid of a negative sign in a variable by using the multiplication property of -1. [2:47]

[Free Registration/Login Required] This Flipchart will show students how to multiply numbers with exponents.

This is a great place to gather ideas for introducing and developing the multiplication properties concepts for commutative, associative, identity, and zero properties. Materials, preparation, prerequisite skills and discourse are all...

Use the interactive problems in this lesson to practice the inverse relationship between multiplication and division. This is a good tutorial to review before learning how to solve basic equations.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Solve single variable division equations

Find a quick, concise explanation of the properties of multiplication. An example is given and clearly explained for each multiplication property.

Read an explanation of both the addition and multiplication properties of inequalities. Examples and practice problems (with their solutions) are also provided.

An equation is solved using both the addition and multiplication principles of equality. This example can be used as a model for solving similar equations.

Multiplying on both sides of an equation is demonstrated with several examples. The resource also includes dividing on both sides in order to solve an equation.

This site explains the four properties of multiplication. Gives exercises and games to practice this skill.

Seventh graders use properties of multiplication to prove that the product of any two negative numbers is positive and the product of a positive number and a negative number is negative.

After completing this tutorial, you'll know what a linear equation is and how to solve one using various arithmetic properties. Contains several definitions, problems with step-by-step solutions, and practice exercises. Includes links to...

Learn how to solve linear equations with fractions by watching teacher and student videos that offer step-by-step solutions.

Brahmagupta was a mathematician and an astronomer. He is responsible for the addition and multiplication properties of zero.

This multi-segment lesson plan walks students through understanding and applying the properties of multiplication and addition. It provides a song for learning the properties as well as ideas for assessment.

This video shows the associative law of multiplication by grouping numbers in different ways. Practice problems are available. [2:15]

This review sheet includes important rules, properties, formulas, and equations needed to solve many Algebra problems.

Watch this tutorial to find out how to reverse the order of operations to solve an equation for a variable. [1:41]

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Students practice applying the associative property to multiplication problems.