6th Grade · Expressions & Equations
Like Terms
6.EE.A.3
Definition
Terms with the same variable part that can be combined by adding their coefficients.
Teach it
Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.
Examples
- 3x + 5x = 8x, since 3x and 5x are like terms.
- Like terms have the same variable raised to the same power.
Key rule
Combine like terms by adding their coefficients.
Memory hook
Same variable, same power — combine them.