Algebraeasy · Past Paper
The algebraic expression x^2 - y^2 is equal to:
A(x-y)(x-y)
B(x+y)(x+y)
C(x+y)(x-y)
Dx^2 + 2xy + y^2
✓ Correct Answer: C — (x+y)(x-y)
This is the difference of squares identity.
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