This week we learned about variables and properties of expressions. The same Order of Operations applies to variables as it does with numbers. In order to move on to solving, you first must be able to combine like terms, which is known as simplifying.
Simplify the following problems:
1.
2.
Clearly label each problem
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Use Microsoft Word’s equation editor to display all mathematics
Fundamentals of Algebra – Week 2 Assignment
Simplifying Expressions
This week we learned about variables and properties of expressions. The same Order of Operations
applies to variables as it does with numbers. In order to move on to solving, you first must be able
to combine like terms, which is known as simplifying.
Simplify the following problems:
1.
2.
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•
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Clearly label each problem
Show all work
Use Microsoft Word’s equation editor to display all mathematics
