Math Problem Statement
Combine like terms to create an equivalent expression: (9/10)m + 3/5 - (8/10)m.
Solution
The problem in the image asks to combine like terms to create an equivalent expression, which contains the following terms:
Step-by-step solution:
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Identify like terms:
- The terms involving are and .
- The term does not have , so it stays as it is.
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Combine the like terms:
- For the -terms:
- The constant term remains unchanged.
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Final expression:
- The equivalent expression after combining like terms is:
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Here are some related questions to expand your understanding:
- How do you simplify fractions when combining like terms?
- What happens if the coefficients were whole numbers instead of fractions?
- How would you solve if you were asked to factor this expression?
- Can you apply this method to terms with different variables?
- How would you graph this expression on a coordinate plane?
Tip: Always make sure that the fractions you are combining have the same denominator before adding or subtracting them!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Combining Like Terms
Fractions
Formulas
a/b * m + c - d/b * m = (a - d)/b * m + c
Theorems
Properties of Fractions
Properties of Addition and Subtraction
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8