Question

Fill in the blanks to complete each sentence. An expression is a mathematical statement that contains _______________ and _______________. A _______________ is part of an expression that is added or subtracted. Terms that have the same variable or variables raised to the same exponent are _______________ terms. 2. Place an X in the correct column to show whether the terms in each pair are like terms.

Answer 1

Explanation:

1. An expression is a mathematical statement that contains numbers and variables. A term is part of an expression that is added or subtracted. Terms that have the same variable or variables raised to the same exponent are like terms.

2. Here's a table to show whether the terms in each pair are like terms:

Terms Like Terms?

3x^2 and 4x^2 Yes

5xy and 7x^2y^2 No

2y^3 and -2y^3 Yes

6x and -6y No