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What is the coefficient of x in the algebraic expression 2 – x + y?

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2
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1
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C
-1
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0
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Solution

The correct option is C -1

In the expression, 2 - x + y term containing x is -x.
We can write -x as -1x
So, coefficient of x will be -1.

Hence, option (c) is correct.


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