Problem 48
Question
Simplify each algebraic expression. $$-19 x+10 x$$
Step-by-Step Solution
Verified Answer
The simplified expression is \(-9x\).
1Step 1: Identify the like terms
In the expression \(-19x + 10x\), the like terms are both terms: \(-19x\) and \(10x\).
2Step 2: Combine the like terms
Since both terms are multiples of \(x\) we can add the numerical coefficients together. That would be \(-19 + 10\).
3Step 3: Simplify the addition
Solving the addition \(-19 + 10\) gives us \(-9\). So the expression simplifies to \(-9x\).
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