Question

hi so i have no idea what combining like terms means, or how to do it. can someone help explain, with examples?

Answer 1

What is Combining Like Terms?

Combining like terms is a mathematical process used to simplify an expression or to add or subtract polynomials.

How to Combine Like Terms (Simplified):

remove parentheses by multiplying factors.

use exponent rules to remove parentheses in terms with exponents.

combine like terms by adding coefficients.

combine the constants.

 Example:                                           Explanation:

3x and -8x^2               Unlike terms - the exponents are different

Answer 2

Answer:

Combining like terms is a mathematical process used to simplify an expression or to add or subtract polynomials.

Step-by-step explanation:

How do I combine like terms?

1. Step 2: Combine the coefficients.

2. 5h + 11g + 1h - 8g.

3. (5 + 1)h + (11 - 8)g.

4. 6h + 3g.

5. Step 1: Organize your like terms.

6. 5x + 8x + 10x2 - 7x2 - 4x.

7. Step 2: Combine the coefficients. (5 + 8 - 4)x + (10 - 7)x2 9x + 3x2