How Do You Subtract Polynomials?

How Do You Subtract Polynomials?

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Subtracting polynomials? No problem! Just distribute the negative sign to the second polynomial and then combine like terms. Watch this tutorial to see how it's done!

Keywords:

  • polynomial
  • polynomials
  • simplest form
  • subtract polynomials
  • difference
  • subtract
  • like terms
  • trinomial

Background Tutorials

  • Evaluating 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!

  • Polynomial Definitions

      • What is a Polynomial?What is a Polynomial?

      What is a Polynomial?

      If you learn about algebra, then you'll see polynomials everywhere! In this tutorial, you'll learn the definition of a polynomial and see some of the common names for certain polynomials.

  • Using the Distributive Property

  • 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

  • Properties of Real Numbers

      • How Do You Use the Associative Property?How Do You Use the Associative Property?

      How Do You Use the Associative Property?

      Learning the associative property of addition is one thing, but being able to use it can be a completely different challenge. In this tutorial, you'll see how to put this very useful property into action.

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