The answer is: " 9a² + 7a " .
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Note: (3a)² + 7a = (3a)*(3a) + 7a = 9a² + 7a .
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Can you try rewording this question?
240
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5 48
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6 8
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3 2 4 2
15000 * (1+ 0.03)^4
15000 *1.1255 = 16882.63 total after 4 years
16882.63 - 15000 = 1882.63 total interest
Answer is D
Question 1:
<h3>Answer: The number does <u>not</u> change</h3>
Removing the zero from 0.76 leads to .76 which is the same as before. Both lead to
in scientific notation.
Personally I prefer the zero up front to make the decimal point stand out easier. Of course it's just a preference, so its up to you to decide which you prefer.
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Question 2:
<h3>Answer: Yes the number changes</h3>
Taking the zero out of 10.25 leads to 1.25 which is definitely a different number (and smaller). Therefore, this zero is a significant digit compared to before.