Question

When the following expression is written in simplest form, what is the coefficient of the variable term? -2.5y + 8y - 10.5y...choices are -5,m 5.5, 0,-21

Answer 1

Combine like terms:
-2.5y + 8y - 10.5y=
-13y + 8y =
-5y
The coefficient is -5

Answer 2

-2.5y+8y-10.5y
=5.5y-10.5y
=-5y. As a result, the coefficient is -5 or A. Hope it help!