Add+Polynomials

=How can you tell if 2 terms are alike?= By the variables and expontents have to match. Can't add terms if they aren't alike.

=Which terms can be added?= They have to have the same variables and expontents or alike.

=What are the steps to adding polynomials?= 1. Divide into terms. 2. Pick out variables and constants. 3. Add the like terms.