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5u exponent 7 - 21u exponent 7

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Assuming the given is: 5u^7 - 21u^7
Since both algebraic terms are identical (both are using u^7), we can subtract the coefficients directly, as in: 5 - 21 = -16
Therefore, 5u^7 - 21u^7 = -16u^7
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