PrerequisitesPrerequisite

Multiplying algebraic terms

Multiply the coefficients, then combine powers of each letter.

  • Multiply the numerical coefficients, including their signs.
  • Multiply matching letters by adding their indices: .
  • Keep different letters separate and write them in alphabetical order.

Example 1

Match the letters

Simplify the expression.

and

Example 2

Several factors

Fully simplify the expression.

Two negative factors

Remember
, but . Addition and multiplication use different rules.

Your turn

5 practice questions
Question 1

Simplify.

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Question 2

Simplify.

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Question 3

Simplify.

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Question 4

Simplify.

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Question 5

Simplify.

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