Question

combine like terms means to add the coefficients (numbers) in front of like variables (letters). use the sketch area if needed. combine the like terms and submit your answer. 3x + 4y + 2x + 5y

Explanation:

Step1: Combine x - terms

$(3x + 2x)+4y + 5y=(3 + 2)x+4y + 5y = 5x+4y + 5y$

Step2: Combine y - terms

$5x+(4y + 5y)=5x+(4 + 5)y=5x + 9y$

Answer:

$5x + 9y$