Question

rewrite without parentheses and simplify.
(5 + x)^2

Explanation:

Step1: Recall the square of a sum formula

The formula for \((a + b)^2\) is \(a^2 + 2ab + b^2\). Here, \(a = 5\) and \(b = x\).

Step2: Apply the formula

Substitute \(a = 5\) and \(b = x\) into the formula:

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Answer:

\(x^2 + 10x + 25\)