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Set 5: Polynomial Functions (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Subtract: (6x + 8) - (1x + 2). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

Subtract: (6x + 8) - (1x + 2). What is the coefficient of x in the result?

A.

4

B.

6

C.

5

✓ Correct
D.

7

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is the best answer. (6x + 8) - (1x + 2) = 5x + 6. Coefficient of x is 5.

Why others are wrong:
A: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
B: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 7 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
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