A binary operation is defined on real numbers by . Find the identity element .

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: C. 0

  1. Step 1: The identity element satisfies for all . Step 2. Apply operation: . Step 3. Simplify: . Since this holds for all , . Answer: 0. Why not the others: 1 gives .

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