Use the product of conjugates to multiply \left(\frac{4}{5}du - 8\right)\left(\frac{4}{5}du + 8\right).\newline Note: Leave all non-integer coefficients in simplified fraction form.\newline Provide your answer below:
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Step 1: The product of conjugates is a special case of the difference of squares pattern: (a + b)(a - b) = a^2 - b^2. Show more…
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