Question

How many terms will the given expression have once it is simplified?

8(x^2-1)+3x(x+2)
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4

Answer 1

The answer is C - 3 terms

Explanation:

the simplified answer is 11x² + 6x - 8... there are three terms.

Answer 2

When simplified:
8x^2-8+3x^2+6x
= 11x^2+6x-8

Therefore, the answer would be 3 terms... C.