How Do You Subtract Like Terms?

How Do You Subtract Like Terms?

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Subtracting like terms is a lot like subtracting numbers! This tutorial shows you how to perform subtractions with like terms.

Keywords:

  • problem
  • like terms
  • variables
  • subtraction
  • exponent
  • subtract

Background Tutorials

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      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!

  • Using the Distributive Property

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  • Simplifying Expressions

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      • What's a Coefficient?What's a Coefficient?

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      • How Do You Add Variables that Are the Same?How Do You Add Variables that Are the Same?

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  • Solving Equations by Adding

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Further Exploration

  • Simplifying Expressions

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