Question

Which terms in the expression
5c + 8 + 12c are like terms ​

Answer 1

Explanation:

like terms are 5c and 12c because both have the same variable, c

Answer 2

The terms 5c and 12c are like terms. They can both be added.

Explanation:

It could be any number the variable has to stay the same and if there is none, it can’t be paired. Also watch out for problems like 12c + 5c^2. THey don’t have the same variable due to th ^2