6th Grade · Expressions & Equations

Simplify

6.EE.A.3

Definition

To rewrite an expression in its simplest form by combining like terms and reducing.

Teach it

Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.

Examples

  • 2x + 3x + 4 simplifies to 5x + 4.
  • Simplifying makes an expression shorter and equivalent.

Key rule

Simplify by combining like terms.

Memory hook

Shrink it down to its simplest form.