Problem 48

Question

Simplify each algebraic expression. $$5 x+13 x$$

Step-by-Step Solution

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Answer
The simplified algebraic expression is \(18x\).
1Step 1: Identify the Like Terms
The given expression is \(5x + 13x\). Here, both parts of the expression are like terms because they both have the same variable \(x\) to the same power, which is 1 in this case.
2Step 2: Combine Like Terms
To simplify the expression, the like terms should be combined by addition. \(5x +13x\) becomes \(18x\).