Multiplying Polynomials and Simplifying Expressions — Quiz
Question 3 • Mathematics II
Simplify the expression 3 x open paren x minus 12 x close paren plus 3 x squared minus 2 times open paren x minus 2 close paren squared Which statements are true about the process and simplified product? Choose three correct answers.
Answer
A
The term negative 2 times open paren x minus 2 close paren squared is simplified by first squaring the expression x minus 2 .
B
The final simplified product is negative 28 x squared plus 8 x minus 8 .
C
After multiplying, the like terms are combined by adding and subtracting.
D
The simplified product is a binomial.
E
The parentheses are eliminated through multiplication.