Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
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ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra
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Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...
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Transcribed Image Text:### Polynomial Expressions and Factoring
Here are three examples of polynomial expressions:
1. \((w + 4)^2\)
This expression represents the square of a binomial. It can be expanded using the formula \((a + b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2\).
2. \((9c + 5)(9c - 5)\)
This is an example of the difference of squares, which follows the formula \((a + b)(a - b) = a^2 - b^2\). Here, it simplifies to \(81c^2 - 25\).
3. \((x^5 + y^5)(x^5 - y^5)\)
This expression can be related to the sum and difference of two higher power terms. It follows the identity for the difference of powers: \(a^n - b^n = (a - b)(a^{n-1} + a^{n-2}b + \cdots + b^{n-1})\).
Each expression highlights different algebraic techniques important for simplifying and factoring polynomials.
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