Expand (x 4)(x - 4)
Expand the expression (x 4)(x - 4) using FOIL or distribution.
Answer:
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Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1
Identify Expression
First binomial: (x 4)
Second binomial: (x - 4)
Use FOIL: First, Outer, Inner, Last
Step 2
Multiply Each Term
Multiply each term in (x 4) by each term in (x - 4)
Step 3
Products
(x4) × (x) = x²
(x4) × (-4) = -4x²
Step 4
Combine Like Terms
x² + -4x²
= 0
Step 5
Final Answer
(x 4)(x - 4) = 0