(k+y) to the power of 2

Question

What is the steps in written word form to simplify (k+y)^2

Answer 1

(k+y)² can be solved using the perfect square formula which states that (a+b)² = a² + 2ab + b²

So, (k+y)² = k² + 2ky + y²

This is the simplest form in which we can write this answer.

Answer 2

Hi Rosa J

Below are the steps for squaring a binomial, they spell out Tee P's formula above. You can also look up these rules up on the internet or in your text if you have one

Rules for Squaring a Binomial

1. Square the first term.

2. Find 2 times the product of the two terms; use the same operation sign as the one between the two terms.

3. Square the last term

I hope these words are helpful and keep in mind you can always look them up too.