In the expression 5 n minus 2 m over 7 plus 3 fourths , what is the constant?
Answer
A
5
B
21
C
negative 2 sevenths
D
3 fourths
Explanation
A constant is a term with no variable. In 5n − 2m/7 + 3/4, the terms 5n and −2m/7 contain variables, while 3/4 does not. So the constant is three-fourths, choice D.
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