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The coefficient of x in the expansion of (x + 3)3 is ______. - Mathematics

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The coefficient of x in the expansion of (x + 3)3 is ______.

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  • 1

  • 9

  • 18

  • 27

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Solution

The coefficient of x in the expansion of (x + 3)3 is 27.

Explanation:

Consider the expression:

(x + 3)3

Use the identity: (a + b)3 = a3 + b3 + 3ab(a + b)

(x + 3)3 = x3 + 33 + 3 × x × 3(x + 3)

= x3 + 27 + 9x2 + 27x

Since, the coefficient of x is 27.

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Chapter 2: Polynomials - Exercise 2.1 [Page 15]

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NCERT Exemplar Mathematics [English] Class 9
Chapter 2 Polynomials
Exercise 2.1 | Q 18. | Page 15

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