A math class is having a discussion on how to determine if the expressions 4x-x +5 and 8-3x -3 are equivalent. The class has suggested four different methods,
Which describes the correct method?

Which explanation can be used to informally derive the formula for the volume of a cone? a cylinder is exactly 3 times bigger than a cone with the same height and radius. therefore, the formula for the volume of a cone is 13 of the volume of a cylinder with the same height and radius. a cone is similar to a triangular pyramid except that a cone has curved edges. therefore, the formula for the volume of a cone can be derived by using the formula of a triangular pyramid and using the radius instead of the base length. a cone is approximately the same size as 1.5 spheres. using the formula for the volume of a sphere and multiplying it by 1.5 will give the formula for the volume of a cone. a cone consists of a circle as a base and triangles for its body. the formula for the volume of a cone can be derived by adding the formula for the area of circle and the area of the number of triangles that will cover the body of a cone.

Is the following relation a function? x y 1 4 −1 −2 3 10 5 16 yes no

Which expression is equivalent to (4x^3*y^5)(3x^5*y)^2 \a) 24x^13*y^7b) 36x^13*y^7c) 36x^28*y^7d) 144x^16*y^12