Multiply 3 Factors
When multiplying 3 factors, you can use the Associative Property of Multiplication. This property is called the grouping property because it allows you to change the grouping of factors without changing the product.
Find the product. Write another way to group the factors.
4 x ( 3 x 3)
Start inside the parentheses.
Use counters to make 3 groups of 3.
There are a total of 9 counters.
The factors can be simplified.
4 x (3 x 3) is the same as 4 x 9
Use counters to make 4 groups of 9.
Count. There are 36 counters.
So, 4 x (3 x 3) = 36, and (4 x 3) x 3 = 36
Learn more about multiplying 3 factors by reading the explanation below.
Practice Time! Use the associative property to find the product of three factors in the exercise below.