Simplifying Expressions
In question (d) the last step should read
3ax + a²x and not 3ax + 3a²x
In this lesson, you will learn how to simplify expressions using the distributive property and combining like terms. The instructor shows step-by-step examples, highlighting the importance of following the order of operations and checking for like terms before using the distributive property. By the end of the lesson, you will have a clear understanding of how to simplify expressions and apply these skills to more complex problems.
How to simplify expressions by adding like terms and distributive property
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- What is the distributive property?
- What are Like terms?
- What must you simplify first when there are brackets in the expression?
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Staff Review
students will get good practice in the distributive property and in the order of operations.
