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3-21.

Multiply the expressions below. Then simplify if possible.  

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    Multiply both terms inside the parentheses by .

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    Use a generic rectangle to multiply every term in the first binomial with every term in the second binomial.

    Before simplifying, you should have terms (see above).

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    See the hint for part (b).

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    It doesn't matter what order you multiply in. Try adding brackets so you don't get confused.