Question 16
Binary OperationsA binary operation ⊕ on real numbers is defined by x⊕y = xy + x + y for any two real numbers x and y. The value of (−3/4)⊕6 is
- A.3/4
- B.−9/2
- C.45/4
- D.−3/4
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (3/4)
Explanation
(−3/4)(6) + (−3/4) + 6 = −18/4 − 3/4 + 24/4 = 3/4.