Which of the following demonstrates the Commutative Property of Multiplication? 3(4a − 2) = 12a − 6
3(4a − 2) = (4a − 2) ⋅ 3
12a − 6 = (4a − 2) ⋅ 3
(3 ⋅ 4a) − 2 = 3(4a − 2)

What is the best conclusion based on this data? the hypothesis was not supported because the data indicated that fertilizing plants does not improve plant growth. the hypothesis was supported; to get the best growth, use 5 milliliters of fertilizer per plant. the hypothesis was not supported; the data indicated that too much fertilizer can inhibit plant growth. the hypothesis was supported; to get the best growth, use 15 milliliters of fertilizer per plant.