FOIL

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What does FOIL stand for in algebra?

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FOIL stands for First, Outside, Inside, Last, which are the steps used to multiply two binomials.

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How do you apply the FOIL method to (x + 2)(x + 3)?

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First: x * x = x²; Outside: x * 3 = 3x; Inside: 2 * x = 2x; Last: 2 * 3 = 6. Combine: x² + 5x + 6.

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What is the result of applying FOIL to (a + b)(c + d)?

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The result is ac + ad + bc + bd.

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What is the First step in the FOIL method?

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The First step involves multiplying the first terms of each binomial.

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What is the Outside step in the FOIL method?

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The Outside step involves multiplying the outer terms of the binomials.

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What is the Inside step in the FOIL method?

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The Inside step involves multiplying the inner terms of the binomials.

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What is the Last step in the FOIL method?

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The Last step involves multiplying the last terms of each binomial.

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Can FOIL be used for polynomials with more than two terms?

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No, FOIL is specifically for multiplying two binomials. For polynomials with more than two terms, use distribution.

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What is the expanded form of (x + 5)(x + 2) using FOIL?

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x² + 7x + 10.

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What is the purpose of the FOIL method?

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The purpose of the FOIL method is to simplify the multiplication of two binomials.