IXL - Multiply and factor polynomials (Algebra 1 practice)

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question

Find the product. Simplify your answer.

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key idea

To simplify the product of two binomials, use the distributive property.

As a shortcut, you can use the FOIL method. Find the products of the

First,

Outside,

Inside,

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Last

terms, and then add them.

solution

Use the distributive property to simplify

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You can use the FOIL method:

Multiply the first terms of

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Multiply the outside terms of

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Multiply the inside terms of

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Multiply the last terms of

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Finally, add these results and simplify.

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Looking for more? Try these:

Lesson: Expanding expressions

Lesson: Factoring expressions

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