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Determine whether the two expressions are equivalent .If so , tell what property is applied.If not explain why. 18 x 1 = 18

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Yes, the two expressions are equivalent.

The identity property of multiplication.


Step-by-step explanation


The identity element for multiplication of real numbers is 1.


This means that, if you multiply any real number by 1, you get the same real number

The given expression is,



18 * 1 = 18
These two expressions are equivalent.



The property that is applied is the identity property of multiplication.



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