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[Pra4ash]

Hi all.
why isn't this pair 3g & g^3 isn't a "like term"?

Thanks.
Pra4ash

 

[lookagain]

Hi all.
why isn't this pair 3g & g^3 isn't a "like term"?

Thanks.
Pra4ash

The variables have different exponents from one another. It's akin to comparing 3 feet to 1 cubic foot. The exponents on all of the variables must match.

 

[Pra4ash]

thanks all! I understand now.