Algebraeasy · Past Paper
What is the coefficient of x in the polynomial 3x^2 - 5x + 8?
A3
B5
C-5
D8
✓ Correct Answer: C — -5
The coefficient of a term is the numerical factor multiplying the variable; here it is -5.
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