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Find each product. $$ (a+8)(a-8) $$

Name: Problem 24, Chapter 5: Beginning Algebra
Uploaded: 2020-06-23T14:05:51-08:00
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Description: Find each product. (a+8)(a-8)

   Find each product.
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Beginning Algebra

Margaret L. Lial,… 11th Edition

Chapter 5, Problem 24

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06/23/2020

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The difference of squares is a special case in algebra where the product of a sum and a difference equals the difference of the squares. Show more…

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Key Concepts

Conjugate Binomials

Conjugate binomials are pairs of expressions that differ only in the sign between two terms, such as (x + y) and (x ? y). Multiplying conjugate binomials results in the difference of squares, which is a useful technique in algebra for simplifying expressions and solving equations.

Difference of Squares

The difference of squares is a fundamental algebraic identity that states (x + y)(x ? y) equals x² ? y². This concept simplifies the multiplication of two binomials that have the same terms but opposite signs, making it easier to factor and expand expressions in algebra.

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