How Do You Add Variables that Are the Same?

How Do You Add Variables that Are the Same?

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Variables are a big part of algebra, so it's good to be comfortable working with them! In this tutorial, you'll see how to combine variables that are alike.

Keywords:

  • problem
  • like terms
  • variables
  • addition

Background Tutorials

  • Introduction to Algebraic Expressions

      • What is a Variable?What is a Variable?

      What is a Variable?

      You can't do algebra without working with variables, but variables can be confusing. If you've ever wondered what variables are, then this tutorial is for you!

  • Simplifying Expressions

      • What are Like Terms?What are Like Terms?

      What are Like Terms?

      Combining like terms together is a key part of simplifying mathematical expressions, so check out this tutorial to see how you can easily pick out like terms from an expression

Further Exploration

  • Simplifying Expressions

      • How Do You Add Like Terms?How Do You Add Like Terms?

      How Do You Add Like Terms?

      If you work with variables, you need to know how to add like variables together. This tutorial shows you exactly that! Follow along and see how to add like terms together.