Question g-x-3-
The functions and are defined by the equations shown. Which expression is equivalent to ?
g x = 3 5 x + 7 6 h x = 6 x - 5
Hard-difficulty · SAT Math · Equivalent Expressions — Expanding binomials. Read the question above, select your answer, and check the full explanation below to understand exactly why the correct choice works.
Answer explanation
Choice D is correct. It’s given that and . Substituting for and for in the expression yields . This expression can be rewritten as , or , which is equivalent to .
Choice A is incorrect. This expression is equivalent to , not .
Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice C is incorrect. This expression is equivalent to , not .
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