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Square a Binomial Using the Binomial Squares Pattern
In the following exercises, square each binomial using the Binomial Squares Pattern.
Multiply Conjugates Using the Product of Conjugates Pattern
In the following exercises, multiply each pair of conjugates using the Product of Conjugates Pattern.
Recognize and Use the Appropriate Special Product Pattern
In the following exercises, find each product.
Mental math You can use the product of conjugates pattern to multiply numbers without a calculator. Say you need to multiply 47 times 53. Think of 47 as and 53 as .
Mental math You can use the binomial squares pattern to multiply numbers without a calculator. Say you need to square 65. Think of 65 as .
ⓐ 4,225 ⓑ 4,225 ⓒ Answers will vary.
How do you decide which pattern to use?
Why does result in a trinomial, but result in a binomial?
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Marta did the following work on her homework paper:
Explain what is wrong with Marta’s work.
Use the order of operations to show that is 64, and then use that numerical example to explain why .
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ⓐ After completing the exercises, use this checklist to evaluate your mastery of the objectives of this section.
ⓑ On a scale of 1-10, how would you rate your mastery of this section in light of your responses on the checklist? How can you improve this?
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