Can you use the Punnett Square to simplify the following problem? Explain your reasoning.

Question

(x^2 - 5x + 7) - (7x^2 + 6x - 8)

Answer 1

Punnet square are for multiplying polynomials , this shows subtracting the polynomials. So the answer is no. You could find the product of those trinomials but not the difference. I hope this helps.

Mrs. S

Answer 2

The difference is -6x² - 11x + 15

Answer 3

Since you are subtracting 2 polynomials, the Punnett Square will not be used. Subtracting 2 polynomials will give you the difference, not the product.

However, you can use the Punnett Square if you are multiplying 2 polynomials.