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QuizMultiple Choice

Factoring Polynomials: Difference of Squares

Question 4 • FL-1200700-Mathematics for College Algebra MIS

Which product is equivalent to 25x2 – 16?

Answer
A
(5x − 4)(5x + 4)
B
(5x + 8)(5x − 8)
C
(5x − 4)(5x − 4)
D
(5x − 8)(5x − 8)

Explanation

Recognize 25x² − 16 as a difference of squares: (5x)² − 4². Use the rule a² − b² = (a − b)(a + b), giving (5x − 4)(5x + 4). This matches choice A.

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