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Set 3: Polynomial Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PROBLEM

Subtract: (8x + 5) - (1x + 4). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

Subtract: (8x + 5) - (1x + 4). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

A.

9

B.

6

C.

5

D.

7

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice D is the best answer. (8x + 5) - (1x + 4) = 7x + 1. Coefficient of x is 7.

Why others are wrong:
A: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

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