Trinomial squares, comprising three terms, are trinomials that create perfect squares. These squares adhere to the formula (a+b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2 or (a-b)^2 = a^2 - 2ab + b^2. Grasping these squares is crucial for simplifying algebraic expressions and resolving equations.
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None | Factor the trinomial square \(x^2 - 10x + 25\). | First identify if the trinomial is a perfect square trinomial. A perfect square trinomial is in the… |