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Find the coefficient of x² in (1+x)^m.

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Revisit first: Permutations and combinations

TOPIC 01

Binomial theorem

Use the general term to locate coefficients, constants and coefficient sums.

What you will be able to explain

  • Use the general term to locate coefficients, constants and coefficient sums.
  • Justify the method and check the conditions in a new situation.

Try it. Leave your reasoning visible.

Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

01 / Foundation#Your turn

Find the coefficient of x² in (1+x)^m.

m=10m=10
  • The exponent n is a nonnegative integer; term number is r+1, not r.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Decide whether choices are alternative cases or successive stages, then check overlap.
Hint 2
Use this intermediate relation.
Cm2=m(m−1)/2C_m^2=m(m-1)/2
Worked solution
  1. Decide whether choices are alternative cases or successive stages, then check overlap.

  2. Apply the stated relation and retain its conditions.

    [x2]=45[x^2]=45
  3. The unordered pair of chosen factors determines the term.

The requested value is 45.

Checks and common pitfalls: The unordered pair of chosen factors determines the term.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Focus on one question

Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • Use the general term to locate coefficients, constants and coefficient sums.
  • Which condition is essential in binomial theorem?
  • Does a negative second term change all coefficients to negative?

Board plan

  • Defining relation: Use the general term to locate coefficients, constants and coefficient sums.
    (a+b)n=∑r=0nCnran−rbr(a+b)^n=\sum_{r=0}^nC_n^ra^{n-r}b^r
  • Conditions: The exponent n is a nonnegative integer; term number is r+1, not r.

Anticipated thinking

  • A binomial coefficient and the full coefficient of a term may differ.

Assessment checklist

  • 1 mark: choose the correct representation and conditions.
  • 1 mark: establish the intermediate relation.
  • 1 mark: complete a connected calculation or proof.
  • 1 mark: interpret and check the conclusion.

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