Zero property

The zero property, also known as the multiplication property of zero, states that the product of any number and zero is always zero. In mathematical terms, it can be represented as:

a * 0 = 0

0 * a = 0

This property is a fundamental concept in arithmetic and algebra, and it is important to understand and apply it in various mathematical problems and equations.

Study Guide

To understand and apply the zero property, here are some key points to remember:

Any number multiplied by zero equals zero.
The order of multiplication does not matter when zero is involved.
When solving equations or simplifying expressions, the zero property can be used to identify and manipulate terms involving zero.

Examples

Let's look at some examples to illustrate the zero property:

5 * 0 = 0

0 * 12 = 0

(2x + 3) * 0 = 0

◂Math Worksheets and Study Guides Sixth Grade. Multiplication

The resources above cover the following skills:

The Number System

Compute fluently with multi-digit numbers and find common factors and multiples.

Fluently multiply and divide multi-digit whole numbers using the standard algorithm. Express the remainder as a whole number, decimal, or simplified fraction; explain or justify your choice based on the context of the problem.