Expand (x 5)(x - 5)
Expand the expression (x 5)(x - 5) using FOIL or distribution.
Answer:
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Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1
Identify Expression
First binomial: (x 5)
Second binomial: (x - 5)
Use FOIL: First, Outer, Inner, Last
Step 2
Multiply Each Term
Multiply each term in (x 5) by each term in (x - 5)
Step 3
Products
(x5) × (x) = x²
(x5) × (-5) = -5x²
Step 4
Combine Like Terms
x² + -5x²
= 0
Step 5
Final Answer
(x 5)(x - 5) = 0