Let (*) be a binary operation on a natural number defined by a * b = a - b + (ab)\(^2\), then find 3 * 5
A
223
B
232
C
32
D
-232
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
3 * 5 = 3 - 5 + (3 x 5)\(^2\)
-2 + (15)\(^2\)
-2 + 225
= 223
Source: WAEC / JAMB / NECO Classroom Archive (Record #64391)