1.3 1.4 \( 1,3 \times 8,9 \) \( 1.5\left(\frac{1}{2}+\frac{3}{4}\right)+\frac{5}{6} \) 1.7 \( 234+432+324 \quad 1.6\left(\frac{5}{9} \times \frac{2}{3}\right) \times \) 2 Complete the following using the associative prope \( 2.1276,4+(89,5+887,62)=(\ldots+\ldots)+\ldots=\ldots \) \( 2.2\left(\frac{2}{3}+\frac{7}{9}\right)+\frac{1}{6}=\ldots+(\ldots+\ldots)=\ldots \) \( 2.3 \quad(24,2 \times 4,4) \times 3,23=\ldots \times(\ldots \times \ldots)=\ldots \) \( 2.4 \frac{7}{8} \times\left(\frac{2}{3} \times \frac{1}{2}\right)=(\ldots \times \ldots) \times \ldots=\ldots \)

Did you know that the associative property of addition and multiplication can make your life easier when tackling math problems? This property states that how you group numbers doesn't affect the sum or product. This means you can rearrange and regroup numbers as you see fit, making calculations more manageable—sort of like rearranging furniture for better flow in your room! Now, onto real-world applications! The associative property comes in handy when calculating expenses or when you’re trying to manage budgets. For example, if you're buying several items, you can group your purchases in any order, giving you the flexibility to calculate totals based on what’s easier for you at any given moment. It's all about finding your groove and making math work for you in everyday situations!