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Answer: DSet 2: Polynomial Functions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Subtract: (6x + 7) - (2x + 3). What is the coefficient of x in the result?
Subtract: (6x + 7) - (2x + 3). What is the coefficient of x in the result?
A.
5
B.
3
C.
2
D.✓ Correct
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Detailed Explanation
Choice D is the best answer. (6x + 7) - (2x + 3) = 4x + 4. Coefficient of x is 4.
Why others are wrong:
A: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 3 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.