In the area model of a square with side a+b a+b , which shapes represent the term 2ab ?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Two rectangles, each with sides \(a\) and \(b\)
In the area model of \((a+b)^2\), there is one \(a^2\) square, one \(b^2\) square, and two \(a\times b\) rectangles. Their areas add as \(ab+ab=2ab\). Exam tip: identify each region by multiplying its side lengths.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Two rectangles, each with sides \(a\) and \(b\)
Why is this the correct answer?
In the area model of \((a+b)^2\), there is one \(a^2\) square, one \(b^2\) square, and two \(a\times b\) rectangles. Their areas add as \(ab+ab=2ab\). Exam tip: identify each region by multiplying its side lengths.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 9 Mathematics question. Chapter: Exploring Algebraic Identities. Topic: Visual models of identities.
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