In the expression 3x2y + 4x – 5x2y, are the terms 3x2y and –5x2y like terms? Explain by providing support for your answer.

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Answer:

Yes, both terms are same.

Explanation:

The given expression is, [tex]3x^2y+4x-5x^2y[/tex].

Let the first term, [tex]t_1=3x^2y[/tex]

The second term, [tex]t_1=-5x^2y[/tex]

Yes, the term [tex]3x^2y\ and\ -5x^2y[/tex] are like. As in both of these terms, the variables are same. Also, the exponent of the variables are same. These two terms can be added or subtracted.

As a result the given expression is equivalent to [tex]4x-2x^2 y[/tex]. Hence, this is the required solution.

Answer: Yes, they are like terms,both have same variables, x and y, Both have the same power