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Five core properties explain how you can rearrange and combine algebraic expressions.

• Commutative property: adding or multiplying in any order gives the same result, as in x + 4 = 4 + x.
• Associative property: you can regroup terms freely, since (2 × 3) × 4 equals 2 × (3 × 4).
• Distributive property: multiplication spreads over addition, so a(b + c) = ab + ac.
• Identity and inverse properties: adding 0 or multiplying by 1 changes nothing, while opposites cancel out: x + (−x) = 0.

Personalized tutoring turns these rules into habits you can use confidently on any equation.

In Ontario, expect to pay about $25/h for an algebra lesson.

The cost depends on:

• Level: advanced topics like quadratics and matrices often cost more than basic equations.
• Experience: a tutor with years of teaching experience and strong credentials may charge more.
• Frequency: booking a weekly package is often cheaper than paying for single lessons.
• Format: online lessons are often cheaper than in-person sessions at home or at the tutor's place.

Many tutors offer package discounts when you book several lessons.

An equation works like a balanced scale, so every operation must be applied equally to both sides.

• Balance: each side of the equation must carry the same value from the first line to the last.
• Inverse operations: undo each operation with its opposite, such as adding 3 to cancel a subtraction of 3.
• Worked example: to solve 2x + 3 = 11, subtract 3 from both sides to get 2x = 8, then divide by 2 to find x = 4.
• Quick check: plug your answer back into the original equation to confirm both sides match.

An experienced tutor adapts the pace to you and explains the logic behind each move.

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