Problem 33 of 7
Add or subtract multivariable polynomials: (-5c^2d + 2cd^2) + (3c^2d - 4cd^2).
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identify like terms across variables and powers.
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Like terms must have identical variables raised to identical powers.
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1. Identify exact like terms by variable and exponent pattern.
2. Distribute subtraction if present.
3. Combine coefficients of like terms only.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Combining x^2y with xy^2.