Question

1. consider the expression. 12y + 3y + y which statement about the expression is true? a. it is always equivalent to 15y when you combine like terms. b. it is always equivalent to 20y when you combine like terms. c. it is always equivalent to 16y when you combine like terms. d. it is always equivalent to 21y when you combine like terms.

Explanation:

Step1: Combine first two like terms

$12y + 3y = 15y$

Step2: Add remaining like term

$15y + y = 16y$

Answer:

C. It is always equivalent to 16y when you combine like terms.