Question

When the following expression is written in simplest form, what is the coefficient of the variable term?

-2.5y + 8y - 10.5y

-5
5.5
0
-21

Answer 1

-5

Explanation:

Option 1 is correct. -5

Step-by-step explanation:

Given:The given expression is.

Write the given expression in simplest form.

Add negative term of y.

The simplest form of given expression is

Therefore, the coefficient of the variable term is -5

Answer 2

-5

Explanation:

-2.5y + 8y - 10.5

= 5.5y - 10.5y

= -5y

The coefficient of the variable y is -5.