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Set 2: Polynomial Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Subtract: (8x + 8) - (1x + 4). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

Subtract: (8x + 8) - (1x + 4). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

A.

14

B.

6

C.

7

✓ Correct
D.

5

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. (8x + 8) - (1x + 4) = 7x + 4. Coefficient of x is 7.

Why others are wrong:
A: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
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