Question

Simplify the expression 8x+x

Answer 1

`\text{Hey there!}`

`\text{Simplify the expression 8x + x. }`

`\text{First, you have to combine your like terms (8x \& x)}`

`\text{x by itself is understood as a(n) \bf{invisible 1}}`

`\text{Your new equation is: 8x + 1x}`

`\text{8x + 1x = 9x because 8 + 1 equals 9 \& the x's are the like terms we had to}`
`\text{substitute into the equation}`

`\text{Thus, your answer is: \boxed{\bf{9x}}}\checkmark`

`\text{Good luck on your assignment and enjoy your day!}`

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