Question

Simplify the expression (2x + 3y) + y using the properties of operations. Show your work.

Answer 1

(2x + 3y) + y

2x + 4y

The x and y cannot be combined but the y can be added to the 3y. If you ever have a letter that had no number in from of it it just means it’s 1. No need to put it like 1y because some teachers count it wrong. So just keep it as the single letter. Hope this helps good luck!