What is the first term of the quotient of the following division problem? open paren x cubed minus 1 close paren divided by open paren x plus 2 close paren

To find the first term of the quotient, divide the leading term of the dividend, x³, by the leading term of the divisor, x. Since x³ ÷ x = x², the first term is x squared, choice C.

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