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