Simplifying Expressions
Learning Objective
I can simplify algebraic expressions by combining like terms.
Lesson Flow
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An Intro to Combining Like Terms | Simplifying Expressions by Combining Like Terms | Math with Mr. J
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Guided Notes
Key concepts students will learn:
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Like terms have the same variables raised to the same powers.
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To combine like terms, add or subtract the coefficients of the like terms.
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When a variable appears without a coefficient, there is an understood coefficient of one.
Practice
4 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Simplify the expression: 12a + 5b - 4a + b”
Teacher Guide
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