Multiplication Properties

The properties of multiplication can help you to multiply two or more numbers.

Zero Property

The product of any number and 0 is 0.

Identity Property

The product of any number and 1 is that number.

Associative Property

This is the grouping property. When you have at least 3 numbers, you can group numbers in any order using parentheses. The product stays the same.

Commutative Property

You can multiply two numbers in any order and arrive at the same product.

Learn more about multiplication properties by reading the explanation below.

Practice Time! Find the product and tell the property used in the exercise below.