Question

Which expression is equivalent to the area of metal sheet required to make this square-shaped traffic sign? A sign labeled 2x-1 on one side. A: 4x^2 - 1 B:4x^2 + 1 C: 4x^2 + 4x - 1 D: 4x^2 - 4x + 1

Answer 1

The correct answer is d) 4x2 - 4x + 1.

The area of a square is found by squaring the side length:

(2x-1)? = (2x-1)(2x-1) = 2x*2x - 2x*1 - 2x*1 - = 1(-1) = 4 x 2 - 2x - 2x + 1 = 4x2-4x+1

Answer 2

D: 4x² - 4x + 1

Explanation:

(2x - 1) ( 2x - 1)

4x² - 2x - 2x + 1

4x² - 4x + 1