Simplification · Question 15 · Hard

If x + 1/x = 5, find the value of x^3 + 1/x^3.

  1. 110
  2. 125
  3. 115
  4. 120
Answer and explanation

Answer: A. 110

Explanation: x^3 + 1/x^3 = (x + 1/x)^3 − 3(x + 1/x) = 125 − 15 = 110.

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