Answer:
The correct option is (c).
Step-by-step explanation:
Lillian thinks that 7x⁵ - 4x³ is the same as 3x².
Option (a) :
7x⁵ - 4x³ = 3x²
It is wrong, as we cannot say directly that they are equal.
Option (b):
7x⁵ - 4x³ ≠ 3x²
It is wrong, as we cannot say directly that they are not equal.
Option (c):
7(2)⁵ - 4(2)³ = 3(2)²
LHS,
7(32) -4(8) = 192
RHS, 12
Here, LHS ≠ RHS
It is correct.
Option (d) :
7(2)⁵ × 4(2)³ = 3(2)²
Here, multiplication is done instead of addition. So, it is wrong.
Hence, the correct option is (c).
