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Answer: ASet 1: Polynomial Functions (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Multiply: (2x to the power of 3)(4x to the power of 3). What is the coefficient of the result?
Multiply: (2x to the power of 3)(4x to the power of 3). What is the coefficient of the result?
A.✓ Correct
8
B.
7
C.
9
D.
6
Detailed Explanation
Choice A is the best answer. 2 times 4 = 8. Result: 8x to the power of 6.
Why others are wrong:
B: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.