Introductory Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-805-X
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-805-9

Chapter 5 - Section 5.4 - Polynomials in Several Variables - Concept and Vocabulary Check - Page 375: 5

Answer

False

Work Step by Step

The monomials $7xy^2$ and $2x^2y$ have different degrees with their respective variables. Thus, these monomials cannot be added. The given statement is false.
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