Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 5 - Section 5.3 - Polynomials and Polynomial Functions - Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check - Page 278: 11

Answer

Adding and subtracting like terms

Work Step by Step

In order to simplify a polynomial, we must combine like terms, which are terms containing the same variables raised to the same powers.
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