WAEC Further Mathematics 2017 Question 9

Question 9

Binomial Theorem

Find the coefficent of x4 in the expansion of (1 − 2x)6.

  1. A.−320
  2. B.−240
  3. C.240
  4. D.320
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Answer: C (240)

Explanation

⁶C₄(−2x)⁴ = 15 × 16x⁴ = 240x⁴.