(ax + by) is a factor of:
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 2 i.e a2x2 + 2abxy + b2y2.
| Understanding/Application |
| (ax + by) (ax + by) = (ax + by)2 |
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(ax + by)2 = a2x2 + b2y2 + 2abxy Thus, (ax + by) is a factor of a2x2 + 2abxy + b2y2. |