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If the coefficients of x7 in x2+1bx11 and x-7 in x-1bx211,b0, are equal, then the value of b is equal to:
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Options:
  • A 2
  • B -1
  • C 1
  • D -2
Solution:
1417 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 1

Coefficient of x7 in x2+1bx11

=Cr11x211-r·1bxr

=Cr11x22-3r·1 br

So, 22-3r=7

r=5

So, the term is C511·1 b5·x7

Coefficient of x-7 in x-1bx211

=Cr11x11-r·-1 bx2r

=Cr11x11-3r·-1rbr

So, 11-3r=-7    r=6

So, the term is C611·1 b6x-7

Hence, C511·1 b5=C611·1 b6

Since b0  b=1

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