Explain why, when multiplying (3x - 4)(3x + 4), the product has two terms. O A Before multiplying using the FOIL method, the term 3x -4 can be simplified. O B. When multiplying using the FOIL method, the two x terms will cancel each other out. C. When multiplying using the FOIL method, the two x terms will cancel each other out. O D. The FOIL method shows that the product is equal to (3x - 4)2.

Explain why, when multiplying (3x - 4)(3x + 4), the product has two terms. O A Before multiplying using the FOIL method, the term 3x -4 can be simplified. O B. When multiplying using the FOIL method, the two x terms will cancel each other out. C. When multiplying using the FOIL method, the two x terms will cancel each other out. O D. The FOIL method shows that the product is equal to (3x - 4)2.

Intermediate Algebra

19th Edition

ISBN:9780998625720

Author:Lynn Marecek

Publisher:Lynn Marecek

Chapter5: Polynomials And Polynomial Functions

Section5.3: Multiply Polynomials

Problem 284E: Which method do you prefer to use when multiplying two binomials: the Distributive Property or the...

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