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2.4 Equivalent Expressions - Simplifying polynomials
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Which expression is equivalent to 9x3+5x+7+6x3+5x2-5?

A.

15 x 3 + 10 x 2 + 2

B.

15 x 6 + 5 x 2 + 5 x + 2

C.

15 x 3 + 5 x 2 + 5 x + 2

D.

15 x 6 + 5 x 2 - 5 x - 35

Which expression is equivalent to 9 x 3 + 5 x + 7 + 6 x

Medium-difficulty · SAT Math · Equivalent Expressions — Simplifying polynomials. 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. The given expression can be rewritten as 9x3+6x3+5x2+5x+7-5. Combining like terms in this expression yields 15x3+5x2+5x+2.

Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.

Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.