Use the Binomial Series to Expand the Function $\sqrt { 4 + x }$

question 39

Multiple Choice

Use the binomial series to expand the function $\sqrt { 4 + x }$ as a power series. Give the coefficient of $x ^ { 2 }$ in that series.

• A) \(- \frac { 1 } { 8 }\)
• B) \(- \frac { 1 } { 32 }\)
• C) \(- \frac { 1 } { 64 }\)
• D) \(\frac { 1 } { 8 }\)
• E) \(\frac { 1 } { 32 }\)
• F) \(- \frac { 1 } { 16 }\)
• G) \(\frac { 1 } { 64 }\)
• H) \(\frac { 1 } { 16 }\)

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Identify the strategies for oil spill prevention and cleanup.

Distinguish the different approaches and outcomes of water pollution laws in various countries.

Understand the significance of protecting groundwater and the strategies to prevent its pollution.

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