Multiplying Polynomials (Box Method)

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What is the Box Method used for in mathematics?

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The Box Method is used for multiplying polynomials, specifically binomials.

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What are binomials?

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Binomials are algebraic expressions that contain two terms, such as (x + 3) or (2x - 4).

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How do you set up the Box Method for multiplying (x + 3)(2x - 4)?

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You create a box divided into four sections, placing (x + 3) on one side and (2x - 4) on the other.

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What is the result of multiplying (2x + 1)(x - 3) using the Box Method?

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The result is 2x^2 - 5x - 3.

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What does FOIL stand for in the context of multiplying binomials?

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FOIL stands for First, Outside, Inside, Last, which are the terms multiplied together in the order they appear.

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What is the expanded form of the product (x + 3)(x + 6)?

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The expanded form is x^2 + 9x + 18.

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What are like terms in algebra?

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Like terms are terms that have the same variable and the same exponent.

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What is the first step in the Box Method?

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The first step is to set up a box and label the rows and columns with the terms of the binomials.

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How do you find the area of each box in the Box Method?

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You multiply the terms corresponding to each box.

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What is the significance of combining like terms after using the Box Method?

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Combining like terms simplifies the polynomial to its simplest form.