Combining Like Terms

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A(n) __________________ consists of one or more numbers, variables, and operations.

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algebraic expression

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Simplify: 10d - 3d + 2e + 4d

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11d + 2e

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A _____________ is a symbol, usually a letter that stands for a number.

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variable

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Simplify: 4q + 4t + 3q + t

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7q + 5t

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Which of the following is an example of an algebraic expression? 3(2 + 7) - 10, 78 - 5 + 3, 3x + 6y, 8(3) - 5 + 2

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3x + 6y

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What is a term in algebra?

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

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What does it mean to combine like terms?

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Combining like terms means to simplify an expression by adding or subtracting terms that have the same variable raised to the same power.

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Simplify: 5a + 3a - 2a

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6a

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What is a coefficient?

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A coefficient is a numerical factor in a term of an algebraic expression.

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Simplify: 2x + 4y - 3x + 5y

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-x + 9y