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Answer: CSet 2: Polynomial Functions (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
What is the leading coefficient of 5x to the power of 3 + 3x - 5?
What is the leading coefficient of 5x to the power of 3 + 3x - 5?
A.
10
B.
4
C.✓ Correct
5
D.
7
Detailed Explanation
Choice C is the best answer. The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the highest degree term: 5.
Why others are wrong:
A: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.