I will Medal and Fan whoever can help me with this math problem.

Bill wants to factor x^2+8x+16 by grouping; however, Sara says its a special product and can factor a different way. Using complete sentences, explain and demonstrate how both methods will result in the same factors.

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I will Medal and Fan whoever can help me with this math problem.

Bill wants to factor x^2+8x+16 by grouping; however, Sara says its a special product and can factor a different way. Using complete sentences, explain and demonstrate how both methods will result in the same factors.

campbell_st · Answer

split the middle term 8x into 4x and 4x... 

then it should be obvious

campbell_st · Answer

the the special case is   a perfect square

(a +b)^2 = a^2 +2ab + b^2

identify a and b

anonymous · Answer

Thank you