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mathxyz

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Registered: 2024-02-24

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Math Discussion Questions...2

1. Do you prefer adding two polynomials using the horizontal method or the vertical method? Write a brief reason defending your choice.

2. Do you prefer to memorize the rule for the square of a binomial or to use FOIL to obtain the product? Write a brief reason defending your choice.

mycalsuite

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Registered: 2025-09-10

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Re: Math Discussion Questions...2

When combining polynomials, I like the vertical method because it reduces errors by clearly aligning like terms.

Because it's faster and requires less steps than FOIL, I like to commit the rule for the square of a binomial to memory.