Multiplying Polynomials and Expressions

Pablo Sandoval teaches multiplying polynomials using various methods like distribution, FOIL, and the claw method. He explains how to combine like terms and simplify expressions, providing examples and homework instructions.

What is the result of multiplying 3 by -2?

• 0

• -6

• 6

• 3

When multiplying x by x^3, what is the resulting exponent?

• x^2

• x^3

• x^4

• x^5

What is the result of distributing 3x^3 to 3x^2?

• 12x^5

• 3x^5

• 6x^5

• 9x^5

What is the result of multiplying 3x^3 by -2x?

• -6x^5

• 6x^5

• -6x^4

• 6x^4

In the FOIL method, what does the 'O' stand for?

• Outer

• Open

• Other

• Over

What is the result of the outer terms in FOIL for (3x + 7)(x - 5)?

• 3x^2

• 7x

• -15x

• -35

What is the result of the inner terms in FOIL for (3x + 7)(x - 5)?

• -35

• 7x

• -15x

• 3x^2

What is the final result of (3x + 7)(x - 5) after combining like terms?

• 3x^2 - 22x - 35

• 3x^2 + 8x - 35

• 3x^2 - 8x - 35

• 3x^2 + 7x - 15x - 35

What is the first step in the claw method?

• Distribute the second term

• Combine like terms

• Distribute the first term

• Add exponents

What is the result of distributing -1 in the claw method?

• Change all signs

• Add exponents

• Multiply coefficients

• No change