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Factoring Polynomials: Difference of Squares

Question 2 • Common Core Algebra I B-IC

What is a difference of squares that has a factor of x+8?

Answer
A
x2−4
B
x2−16
C
x2−64
D
x2−256

Explanation

A difference of squares factors as a² − b² = (a − b)(a + b). For x² − 64, we have 64 = 8², so x² − 64 = (x − 8)(x + 8). Therefore, choice C, x² − 64, has a factor of x + 8.

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