how to solve (w-4)(w+8)

Question

i need help with my homework . forgot how to solve this problem

Answer 1

(w-4)(w+8)

Begin by multiplying the first w by the second w

Next, multiply the first w by the 8

After that, multiply the -4 by the second w

Then, multiply the -4 by the 8

 

WxW

Wx8

-4xW

-4x8

 

I don't want to give you the actual answer, as I'm not sure that's allowed by academic policy, but hopefully these steps point you in the right direction!