Simplify ( (5a-2b)^2-(25a^2+4b^2) ).
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: (-20ab)
The expansion is (25a^2-20ab+4b^2), so like terms cancel and (-20ab) remains. Exam tip: watch the negative middle term.
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(-20ab)
Why is this the correct answer?
The expansion is (25a^2-20ab+4b^2), so like terms cancel and (-20ab) remains. Exam tip: watch the negative 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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