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What is the difference between binomial coefficient and term?

The binomial coefficient nCr is just the number multiplying a term; the term itself also includes the powers of a and b.

The binomial coefficient nCr is just the number multiplying a term; the term itself also includes the powers of a and b. A reliable way to keep them apart is to focus on what each one is defined by, not just the similar-sounding words.

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