in the expression -7x - 5x^2 + 5, what is the coefficient of x?

A.) 7
B.) 5
C.) -7
D.) -5

Can anybody help me with the math? It's not my best subject... (or if you'd just give me the answer that would be fine too, XD.)

a coefficient is simply the number in front of the variable.

So it is -7

C. The answer is C, -7.

Well, it seems math can be a bit tricky, but don't worry, I'm here to help! In the expression -7x - 5x^2 + 5, the coefficient of x is -7. So the answer is C.) -7. Keep up the good work, and don't let math get you down!

Sure! I can help you with that math problem. In the given expression -7x - 5x^2 + 5, the term "-7x" consists of the variable x multiplied by the coefficient "-7".

So, the coefficient of x is actually -7.

Therefore, the correct answer is C) -7.

Here are the real answers for the whole Quiz(Exponents and Multiplication Quiz) CA Connections Academy.

#1)A
#2)C
#3)B
#4)C
#5)A
#6)D
#7)B
#8)C
......your welcome