Question

the process of simplifying an expression by combining like terms is referred to as __________. the highest exponent in a polynomial is called the ________ of the polynomial. a polynomial without a variable is called a __________ term.

Explanation:

1. This is the standard term for the algebraic process of simplifying expressions by merging terms with identical variable components.
2. The degree of a polynomial is defined as the highest power of its variable(s).
3. A term with no variable (a fixed numerical value) is classified as a constant term in algebra.

Answer:

1. Combining like terms
2. Degree
3. Constant