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Set 4: Polynomial Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Add: (3x + 1) + (5x + 5). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

Add: (3x + 1) + (5x + 5). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

A.

9

B.

6

C.

8

✓ Correct
D.

16

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. (3x + 1) + (5x + 5) = 8x + 6. Coefficient of x is 8.

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.
D: 16 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
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