Lesson 6Adding Linear Expressions

Presented By Ms. BryantFor Mr. Cline

Course 2 mathematics Laveen Campus

Objective:I can add linear expressions.

Essential Question:How is adding linear expressions similar to simplifying expressions?

Adding Linear Expressions•A linear expression is an algebraic expression

in which the variable is raise to the first power.Examples:

5x 3x+2 x-7

• To add linear expressions:1. regroup your terms using the Commutative Properties so that you like terms are grouped together. 2. Simplify your expression by combining your like terms.

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