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If a+b = 10 and ab = 21, what is the value of a^3 + b^3?

A. 751
B. 821
C. 791
D. 861

Explanation:

Using a^3 + b^3 = (a+b)(a^2 - ab + b^2), substituting a+b=10 and ab=21 gives a^3 + b^3 = 791. Other options are incorrect.

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