Table of contents
- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
0. Review of Algebra
Polynomials Intro
4:55 minutes
Problem 40a
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionFind each product. See Examples 3–5. (3y-5)(3y+5)(9y^2-25)
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Factoring and Products of Binomials
Factoring involves breaking down expressions into simpler components, often binomials. The product of two binomials can be found using the distributive property or the FOIL method (First, Outside, Inside, Last). In this case, (3y-5)(3y+5) is a difference of squares, which simplifies to 9y^2 - 25.
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Difference of Squares
The difference of squares is a specific algebraic identity that states a² - b² = (a - b)(a + b). This identity is crucial for simplifying expressions like (3y-5)(3y+5), where a = 3y and b = 5. Recognizing this pattern allows for quick simplification to 9y² - 25.
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Multiplying Polynomials
Multiplying polynomials involves applying the distributive property to combine terms. When multiplying a binomial by a trinomial or another binomial, each term in the first polynomial must be multiplied by each term in the second. In this case, after simplifying (3y-5)(3y+5) to 9y² - 25, the next step is to multiply this result by any additional polynomials, if present.
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