Identify & Combine Like Terms

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What is a coefficient in an algebraic expression?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor that multiplies a variable in an algebraic expression.

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Identify the constants in the expression: x - 53 - 4x - w + 6x + 8.

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-53 and 8 are the constants.

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Simplify the expression: 3n - n.

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2n.

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What are the variables in the expression: x - 53 - 4x - w + 6x + 8?

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The variables are x and w.

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What is a term in an algebraic expression?

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A term is a single mathematical expression that can be a number, a variable, or a combination of both.

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Combine like terms: 2x + 3x.

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5x.

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms means to add or subtract terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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Identify the like terms in the expression: 4a + 5b - 2a + 3b.

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The like terms are 4a and -2a, and 5b and 3b.

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Simplify the expression: 7x - 2x + 4.

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5x + 4.

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What is the difference between a variable and a constant?

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A variable is a symbol that represents an unknown value, while a constant is a fixed value.