Question

The value of (a+b)sq + (a-b)sq is

Answer 1

2asq

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

• Distributive Property

Algebra I

• Combining Like Terms

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

(a + b)sq + (a - b)sq

Step 2: Simplify

1. Distribute sq: asq + bsq + asq - bsq
2. Combine like terms: 2asq