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Answer: DSet 1: Polynomial Functions (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Multiply: (4x to the power of 3)(2x to the power of 3). What is the coefficient of the result?
Multiply: (4x to the power of 3)(2x to the power of 3). What is the coefficient of the result?
A.
7
B.
10
C.
16
D.✓ Correct
8
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. 4 times 2 = 8. Result: 8x to the power of 6.
Why others are wrong:
A: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 16 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.