Simplify Expressions

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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, separated by addition or subtraction.

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What does it mean to simplify an expression?

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To simplify an expression means to combine like terms and reduce it to its simplest form.

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How do you combine like terms?

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You add or subtract the coefficients of the terms that have the same variable.

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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.

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What is a variable in an algebraic expression?

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A variable is a symbol, usually a letter, that represents an unknown value.