If a trinomial is of the form \(u^2-2uv+v^2\), which of the following algebraic identities does it represent?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: \((u-v)^2\)
\((u-v)^2=u^2-2uv+v^2\), so this trinomial is the square of a difference. In contrast, \((u+v)^2\) has the middle term \(+2uv\). Exam tip: always check the sign of the middle term.
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\((u-v)^2\)
Why is this the correct answer?
\((u-v)^2=u^2-2uv+v^2\), so this trinomial is the square of a difference. In contrast, \((u+v)^2\) has the middle term \(+2uv\). Exam tip: always check the sign of the middle term.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Exploring Algebraic Identities. Topic: Algebraic identities.
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