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How to Use the Binomial Theorem

Subject: Mathematics

Book: Maths Mastery

The Binomial Theorem expands expressions of the form (a + b)^n into a sum of terms involving binomial coefficients: (a + b)^n = Σ [C(n, k) × a^(n–k) × b^k], from k=0 to n. For example, (x + 2)^3 = x^3 + 3x^2(2) + 3x(2^2) + 2^3 = x^3 + 6x^2 + 12x + 8. This powerful tool streamlines expansions for higher-degree polynomials, used in probability distributions (like the binomial distribution), symbolic manipulation, and advanced algebraic problem-solving. Familiarity with binomial coefficients—C(n, k)—further connects to combinations, bridging algebra and combinatorics elegantly.

Practice Questions

The perimeter of a rectangle is 40 cm, and its length is 12 cm. What is its width?

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If 5x - 2 = 13, what is the value of x?

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If the sides of a triangle are 6 cm, 8 cm, and 10 cm, what is the area of the triangle?

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What is the area of an equilateral triangle with side length 10 cm?

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A square is inscribed in a circle with a radius of 5 cm. What is the area of the square?

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If the perimeter of a square is 36 cm, what is the length of its diagonal?

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What is the HCF of 72 and 120?

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If the product of two numbers is 120 and their sum is 26, what are the numbers?

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A rectangle has an area of 48 cm² and a length of 8 cm. What is its width?

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The LCM of two numbers is 60, and their HCF is 5. If one of the numbers is 20, what is the other number?

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