Collecting like terms (Edexcel GCSE Maths): Flashcards
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Expression (algebra)
Expression (algebra)
No equals sign, cannot be solved
Equation (algebra)
Equation (algebra)
Has equals sign, can be solved
Formula (algebra)
Formula (algebra)
Special equation to calculate values
Like terms definition
Like terms definition
Same letters with same powers
Process name for combining like terms
Process name for combining like terms
Collecting like terms
Are and like terms?
Are and like terms?
Yes, both contain
Are and like terms?
Are and like terms?
No, different letter combinations
Rule about signs when collecting terms
Rule about signs when collecting terms
Each term includes its sign (+ or -)
Should you write coefficient 1?
Should you write coefficient 1?
No, don't write coefficient 1
Simplify:
Simplify:
Simplify:
Simplify:
Can you add unlike terms?
Can you add unlike terms?
No, only like terms can be added or subtracted