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The coefficient in the expression -x - 10 is

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Explanation:

A coefficent is a numerical or constant quantity placed before and multiplying the variable in an algebraic expression. Or in other words, the number being multiplied with the variable. For example, the 4 in 4x.

The expression is -x-10. If we go back to the definition, the coefficient combined to the variable is -1.

A variable like the 'x' in this expression can also be written as 1x.

So the answer is -1.

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Answer: I think the coefficient is -x

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