Why is it important to arrange polynomials in descending order before adding them?
Learn how to quickly add two trinomial together by combining like terms

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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To make the polynomials look neat
To make the calculation faster
To ensure like terms are aligned for addition
To avoid using negative numbers
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What is the first step in the vertical method of adding polynomials?
Divide the polynomials
Multiply the polynomials
Subtract the polynomials
Arrange one polynomial over the other
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In the vertical method, what do you do after aligning the polynomials?
Divide the coefficients
Subtract the like terms
Add the like terms vertically
Multiply the coefficients
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the result of adding 3X^2 and 2X^2?
3X^2
2X^2
5X^2
6X^2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the result of adding -4X and -8X?
-12X
4X
-4X
8X
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