JEE Main · 2026 · 22 Jan 2026 · Shift 1 · Binomial Theorem

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The coefficient of in is equal to:
  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)✓ Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

The coefficient of in is , so the required coefficient is . Writing and using the hockey-stick identities and , the coefficient equals . Since , this is the same as .

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