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How many terms are there in the following expression? x - 5 + 16x + 4 - 2x - 3

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Answer:

Two terms

Explanation:

First, we have to simplify reducing the number of terms, since there are like terms

x-5+16x+4-2x-3

Eventually, you'll get 15x-4, thus there are two terms.

Please correct me if I'm incorrect, and I'll change the answer, but I hope I helped :)

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