Polynomials Box Method

Select the answer that completes the box with the correct terms. The terms are listed in 1, 2, 3, 4 order as shown in the box.

Which of the following could be the correct set up for the Box Method when multiply (x + 3) (2x - 4) _{(click on the question to see the image in the background...yes we usually use the right side)}

• A

• B

• C

• D

Write the expanded (general) form of the product (x+3)(x+6).

• x²+18x+9

• x²+9x+18

• x²+18x+18

• A

• B

• C

• D

Using the box method, what is the product of the following polynomials?

Based on 2a, simplify the terms from the box. Express final answer in standard form.

Use the box method to multiply (x + 5)(x² - 2x + 7). Put in the final answer.

Based on 1b, simplify terms from the box. Express answer in standard form.

Find the product: (you may use the box method)

(x + 12)(x - 12)

• x² - 144

• x² + 144

• x² + 12x - 144

• x² - 12x + 144