Is subtraction of decimals associative? If not, give a counterexample.

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2021-05-03

Is subtraction of decimals associative? If not, give a counterexample.

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The Associative Property of Addition states (a+b)+c=a+(b+c). In order to determine if subtraction of decimals is associative, check (ab)c=a(bc).
(8.53.5)1.2=8.5(3.51.2) Write values for a, b and c
51.2=8.52.3 Perform operation inside the parentheses
3.8q6.2 Perform subtraction
Looking at the result, they are not equal. Therefore, subtraction of decimals is not associative.

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