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If \(\alpha_n\) is the coefficient of \(x^n\) in the expansion of \((1-x)^{-5}\) and \(\beta_n\) is the coefficient of \(x^n\) in the expansion of \((1-x)^{-4}\), then \(\alpha_{12} + \beta_{13}\) is equal to: 

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The coefficient of \(x^n\) in \((1-x)^{-r}\) is \[ {}^{n+r-1}C_{r-1}. \] After obtaining coefficients, look for Pascal's identity to simplify expressions involving sums of combinations.
Updated On: Jun 18, 2026
  • \(\alpha_{13}\)
  • \(\beta_{13}\)
  • \(25\)
  • \(\beta_{25}\)
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The Correct Option is A

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