To combine the like terms in the expression \(8n^2 - 5n^2\), subtract the coefficients of the like terms:
\[ 8n^2 - 5n^2 = (8 - 5)n^2 = 3n^2 \]
So, the simplified expression is \(3n^2\).
Combine any like terms in the expression
If there are no like terms, rewrite the expression.
8n²-5n²
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