Question

Which statement is correct about the expression 2(5+y) +4x+7?

the coefficient of x is 4. The coefficient of x, , is 4.
The coefficient of y is 5. The coefficient of y, , is 5.

The expression 2 (5+y) represents the sum of two factors.


The expression 2 times open paren 5 plus y close paren represents the sum of two factors.

The expression 2 (5+y)
represents the product of three factors.

Answer 1

The coefficient of x is 4.

Explanation:

A coefficient is the number before the varible.

For instance, 6x. 6 is the coefficient.

Answer 2

the coefficient is x is 4 is the right answer

Explanation: