Multiplying Binomials

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What is a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial that contains exactly two terms, such as (a + b) or (x - 3).

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What is the FOIL method used for?

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The FOIL method is used to multiply two binomials. It stands for First, Outside, Inside, Last, referring to the order in which you multiply the terms.

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Multiply: (y + 2)(y - 2)

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Multiply: (3y - 4)(2y + 5)

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Multiply: (5y + 2)(y - 4)

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What is the result of (c + 9)(c - 9)?

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What is the square of a binomial?

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The square of a binomial (a + b)^2 is equal to a^2 + 2ab + b^2.

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Multiply: (y + 4)^2

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What is the difference of squares formula?

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The difference of squares formula states that a^2 - b^2 = (a + b)(a - b).

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What does it mean to factor a binomial?

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Factoring a binomial means expressing it as a product of two simpler binomials.