Multiply out and simplify (x+7)(x-3)

Using FOIL (First, Outside, Inside, Last), we get:F: x2O: -3xI: 7xL: -21Adding these together gives x2 + (-3x) + 7x + (-21)Which is the same as x2 - 3x + 7x - 21Which simplifies to x2 + 4x - 21

GR
Answered by Glen R. Maths tutor

4874 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

How do I complete the square of an equation?


Factorise the following expression: 2(x^4) + 4(x^2) - 32(x^3)


Find the equation of the line in the form of y=mx+c given that two points on the line are (3,1) and (6,10)


Write 0.38 as a percentage and as fraction.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning