Question

problem 2 using a table got it? what is a simpler form of (3x + 1)(x + 4)? use a table. think how do you use the given binomials to set up a product table?

Explanation:

Step1: Set up product table

	$3x$	$1$
$4$	$3x \cdot 4$	$1 \cdot 4$

Step2: Calculate each cell

	$3x$	$1$
$4$	$12x$	$4$

Step3: Sum all terms

$3x^2 + x + 12x + 4$

Step4: Combine like terms

$3x^2 + (1+12)x + 4 = 3x^2 +13x +4$

Answer:

$3x^2 + 13x + 4$