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distributive law

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distributive law
n
(Mathematics) Maths Logic a theorem asserting that one operator can validly be distributed over another See distribute [7]
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This student, referred to as Kelly, struggled with her multiplication tables, but used the distributive law to combine smaller multiplications with which she was more comfortable.
Easing students' transition to algebra by Baroudi, Ziad / Australian Mathematics Teacher
Creating the more efficient one-step equation uses the distributive law of multiplication over addition, a law that was not familiar to students.
Teaching mathematics to college students with mathematics-related ... by Sullivan, Mary M. / Learning Disability Quarterly
 
 
 
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