Question

We want to factor the following expression:

(x - 3)2 – 10(x - 3) + 25
Which pattern can we use to factor the expression?
U and V are either constant integers or single-variable expressions.

Answer 1

Answer: A

(U+V)^2 or ( U-V) ^2

Explanation:

Answer 2

Explanation:

(x - 3)2 – 10(x - 3) + 25

2x-6-10x+30+25

-2 -2

-8x-6+30+25

-8x+49