Find the 4th term of a binomial raised to the 6th power

Find the 4th term of a binomial raised to the 6th power

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to find the fourth term in a binomial expansion raised to the 6th power. It highlights common mistakes students make and provides a step-by-step guide to correctly apply the binomial theorem. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using Pascal's triangle and simplifying terms to avoid errors. The final calculation of the fourth term is demonstrated, resulting in a coefficient of -160X cubed.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common mistake students make when dealing with binomial expansion?

Using addition instead of subtraction

Raising the first term to the zero power

Multiplying terms incorrectly

Ignoring the coefficient

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many terms are there in a binomial expansion raised to the 6th power?

Seven

Eight

Six

Five

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the coefficient of the fourth term in the binomial expansion of (2X - 1)^6?

15

10

25

20

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the simplified form of 2X cubed?

10X

4X

8X

6X

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final result of the fourth term in the binomial expansion of (2X - 1)^6?

-80X^3

160X^3

-160X^3

80X^3