Set 4: Polynomial Functions (Intermediate)

**Choice B is the best answer.** (8x + 9) - (3x + 3) = 5x + 6. Coefficient of x is 5.

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

Subtract: (8x + 9) - (3x + 3). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. (8x + 9) - (3x + 3) = 5x + 6. Coefficient of x is 5.

Why others are wrong:

A: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

C: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.