A binary operation ⊕ on real numbers is defined by x⊕y = xy + x + y for any two real numbers x and y. The value of (-3/4)⊕6 is
A
3/4
B
-9/2
C
45/4
D
-3/4
Verified Correct Answer: A.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
x⊕y = xy + x + y
= -3/4 (6) + (-3/4) + 6
= -9/2 - 3/4 + 6
= (-18-3+3+24) / 4
= 3/4
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #9225)