Question

which term has a degree of 8?
a. $3x^2y^4$
b. $9xy^8$
c. $-2x^3y^5$
d. $8xy$

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate degree of Option A

Add exponents: $2 + 4 = 6$

Step2: Calculate degree of Option B

Add exponents: $1 + 8 = 9$

Step3: Calculate degree of Option C

Add exponents: $3 + 5 = 8$

Step4: Calculate degree of Option D

Add exponents: $1 + 1 = 2$

Answer:

C. $-2x^3y^5$