Like Term Forge Game
Collect matching x and y terms, combine positive and negative coefficients, and simplify algebraic expressions.
Math puzzle challenges
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Instructions, device progress and accessibility
Select Easy, Normal, or Hard; choose a UTC Daily challenge or unlimited Practice. Solve every algebra problem, then press Check answer. Hints and Undo mark the round as assisted. Scores and completed challenges save locally on your device when available.
Local progress is checked when play begins.
How to play Like Term Forge
Collect matching x and y terms, combine positive and negative coefficients, and simplify algebraic expressions. Start with Easy and move toward Hard when confident. Enter exact answers, including negative values where needed. Use your keyboard or touch controls, and check the answer before requesting a hint.
Understand the mathematics
For 3x − 2 + 5x + 7, group x terms: (3+5)x, and constants: −2+7. The answer is 8x + 5.
Each practice puzzle generates a new set of algebra questions. The daily challenge is consistent for the same date and difficulty, allowing fair repeat practice.
Worked example
For 3x − 2 + 5x + 7, group x terms: (3+5)x, and constants: −2+7. The answer is 8x + 5.
Tips for accurate algebra
Identify variable letters before adding coefficients. Remember that a bare x means 1x, and −x means −1x. Check negative values, follow order of operations, and verify the solution against the question.
Frequently asked questions
What are like terms?
Like terms have identical variables to identical powers. Add their coefficients and keep the variable part.
Why does the sign matter?
Subtraction is addition of a negative number. For example, 2x − 5x equals −3x.