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Expand 3(x + 8) (x + 2)

publish date2020/11/26 01:52:00 GMT+11

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a - 3x2 + 30x + 16

b - 3x2 + 24x + 48

c - x2 + 30x + 48

d - 3x2 + 30x + 48

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b
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Correct Answer

d

Explanation

  1. Write the expression.
    • 3(x + 8) (x + 2)
  2. Use FOIL to expand the pair of brackets.
    • = 3(x2 + 2x + 8x + 16)
  3. Collect like terms within the brackets.
    • = 3(x2 + 10x + 16)
  4. Multiply each of the terms inside the brackets by the term outside the brackets.
    • = 3x2 + 30x + 48

Reference

Maths_Quest_10+10A_VC_Revised_Edition_Book


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