In algebra, the symbol for multiplication is a dot in the center.

We avoid using the multiplication

cross because it could be mistaken for the letter x. a · b = 2 · 5 = 10. "2 plus 5 equals ten."

A. Find each of the following expressions, write each in the most

conventional way.

1) 3 • x 3x
2) z • y • 5 zy5
3) 8 • y • x 8yx
4) c2 • a2 • b2 • 3 3c2a2b2
5)
11 • z10 • t • y6 11z10ty6

EVALUATE

Answer the following :

1. Differentiate conventions from laws.

Laws are distinct from conventions. Laws are a set of requirements that must be followed.

to resolve a challenge. Contrarily, convention is a set of guidelines that may or may not be followed.

to resolve a challenge. While PEMDAS is merely a convention, the Pythagorean Theorem is a law.

2. What is the most conventional way to write 5 • 11? Justify your answer.

For me, the most conventional way to write

it is 5(11). Parenthesis can also use as an

alternative multiplication sign. Sometimes,

we mistakenly see "," as decimal point.

What if the reader has weak eyesight? He/

she might read it as a decimal point. So, for

me, it's the parenthesis.

3. Gather more mathematical conventions different from the given examples .

1. .

2. .