Choice D is correct. The given expression can be rewritten as (9x3 +6x3)+5x2 +5x+(7-5). Combining like terms in this expression yields 15x3 +5x2 +5x+2.
Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors. Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors. Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.