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Factoring Polynomials: Difference of Squares — Unit test

Question 3 • FL-1200700-Mathematics for College Algebra MIS

What is the difference of the two polynomials?(7y2 + 6xy) – (–2xy + 3)

Answer
A
7y2 + 4xy – 3
B
7y2 + 8xy – 3
C
7y2 + 4xy + 3
D
7y2 + 8xy + 3

Explanation

Distribute the subtraction across the second polynomial: subtracting −2xy changes it to +2xy, and subtracting +3 changes it to −3. Then combine like terms: 6xy + 2xy = 8xy. The result is 7y² + 8xy − 3, which is choice B.

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