Examples: 7x and 2x are like terms because they are both "x".
What is 5x in algebra?
The numerical part of a term is called its numerical coefficient (or coefficient). In the term 5x, the 5 is the numerical coefficient. 5x means that the variable, x, is multiplied by 5.
What does 7x mean in algebra?
7x, or seven times in multiplication.
Is 7x and like terms?
Terms whose variables (such as x or y) with any exponents (such as the 2 in x2) are the same. 7x and 2x are like terms because they are both "x". 3x2 and −2x2 are like terms because they are both "x2". But 7x and 7x2 are NOT like terms (the exponents are different), they are unlike terms.
What is a number variable?
A letter or symbol that represents any member of a collection of two or more numbers is called a variable. A letter or symbol that represents one specific number, known or unknown, is called a constant.16 Jun 2021