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In Mathematics / Middle School | 2014-05-12

Simplify the expression:

\[ 3ab^2 - 5a^2b + (-3a^2b) - 4ab^2 \]

Asked by VaniaManzur

Answer (3)

simply with same variable and exponents so the answer is -ab²-8a²b so your combining like terms

Answered by nehalp1029 | 2024-06-10

the answer is -ab^2-8a^2b

Answered by Libby5111 | 2024-06-10

The expression is simplified to − a b 2 − 8 a 2 b by combining like terms. The like terms are grouped based on their variable components and their coefficients added together. This step-by-step process allows for a clearer understanding of how to combine mathematical expressions effectively.
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Answered by nehalp1029 | 2025-03-20