Question

Write the expression as a polynomial, using the corresponding formula for special product: (−a–b)(−a–b)

Answer 1

Answer: a^2 + b^2+2ab

Step-by-step explanation: (-a-b)(-a-b) = a^2 + ab + ab + b^2 =

a^2 + b^2 + 2ab

Answer 2

The Answer is: a^2 + 2ab + b^2

Explanation:

Multiply the first factor resulting in the a squared, then the two inner factors resulting in ab + ab, finally the last term, resulting in b squared. Then combine terms:

(-a - b)(-a - b) =

a^2 + ab + ab + b^2 =

a^2 + 2ab + b^2

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