Combine the like terms to create an equivalent expression. 5n - 2n

Mathematics

2 answers:

damaskus [11]3 years ago

5 0

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

When subtracting like terms (numbers, or variable expressions that have the same variable, like these), you add the coefficients (the numbers attached to the variable) to simplify the expression.

5n - 2n

You have 5 "n"s and you subtract 2 "n"s, leaving you with 3 "n"s

ValentinkaMS [17]3 years ago

3 0

Answer:

the answer is 3n

Step-by-step explanation:

correct

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