Eager Al was simplifying the expression (x +2)-+ (x + 5)2, and his first step in the process was to rewrite the expression as x- + 4 + x- + 25. Careful Connie said, "Slow down, Speed Demon, you can't use that shortcut. " Was Careful Connie being too careful for her own good or is Eager Al too eager? Who is correct? Justify your decision thoroughly. 2. 37

Eager Al was simplifying the expression (x +2)-+ (x + 5)2, and his first step in the process was to rewrite the expression as x- + 4 + x- + 25. Careful Connie said, "Slow down, Speed Demon, you can't use that shortcut. " Was Careful Connie being too careful for her own good or is Eager Al too eager? Who is correct? Justify your decision thoroughly. 2. 37

Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)

6th Edition

ISBN:9780134463216

Author:Robert F. Blitzer

Publisher:Robert F. Blitzer

ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...

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