Matching & Comparing Groups

This worksheet reinforces associative understanding by having students compute both sides of expressions, compare results, and describe patterns they observe. Students practice addition and multiplication examples, noting that grouping changes do not alter the final answer. Missing-number tasks strengthen fluency with associative structures, and true/false prompts help students self-check understanding. Written explanations support mathematical communication and deeper reasoning. The balanced mix of computation, comparison, and explanation solidifies conceptual understanding alongside procedural skill.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Mathematics – Properties of Operations: Associative Property

Mathematics – Number Operations: Evaluate addition and multiplication

Mathematics – Mathematical Practices: Explain patterns and results

Mathematics – Algebraic Thinking: Compare structural relationships

This worksheet is part of our Associative Property Worksheets collection.