Combining Like Terms - Simplifying Algebraic Expressions

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What are like terms in the expression 4x² - 3x - 2x?

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-3x, -2x

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A number with no variable is called a...

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Constant

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These have the same variable factor and can, therefore, be combined...

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Like Terms

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Which of these are like terms in the expression 3x - 9x + 2x²?

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3x, -9x

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Simplify by combining like terms: 5a + 2b - 3a + 4

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2a + 2b + 4

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What is the definition of a coefficient?

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

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What is the purpose of combining like terms?

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To simplify algebraic expressions and make them easier to work with.

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Identify the like terms in the expression 7y + 3y - 2y.

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7y, 3y, -2y

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What is the result of combining like terms: 4x + 5x - 2x?

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7x

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What is an algebraic expression?

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An algebraic expression is a mathematical phrase that can include numbers, variables, and operation symbols.