Factoring Polynomials: Difference of Squares

Question 1

Which board geometrically represents 4x2 – 1 using algebra tiles?

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B: [Image: An algebra tile configuration showing only the pro...]

Question 2

Use the formula a2 – b2 = (a + b)(a – b) to factor completely.What are the factors of 36x8 – 49?

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C: (6x4 – 7)(6x4 + 7)

Question 3

Which expression represents the area of the remaining paper shape in square centimeters?

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C: (3x – 4)(3x + 4)

Question 4

Analyze Cecile’s work. Is it correct?

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D: Yes, Cecile factored the polynomial correctly.

Question 5

–16–1✔ 01

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C: ✔ 0

Question 6

What are the factors of x2 – 144?

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B: ✔ (x – 12)

Question 7

(x – 4)(x – 1)(x + 2)✔ (x + 12)

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D: ✔ (x + 12)

Question 8

Consider the polynomial 16x2 – 1.

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What two numbers multiply to get ac and add to get b?: –4 and 4; The factored form of 16x2 – 1 is .: (4x– 1)(4x+ 1)

Question 9

Consider the polynomial 16x2 – 1.

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A: ✔ –16

Question 10

–16 and 1–8 and 2✔ –4 and 4–1 and 16

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C: ✔ –4 and 4

Factoring Polynomials: Difference of Squares Answers