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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Factor: x² - 1
Options
A (x + 1)²
B (x - 1)(x + 1)
Correct Answer
C (x - 1)²
D (x + 1)(x + 1)
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

x² - 1 is a difference of squares: (x - 1)(x + 1).

Hint

The notes indicate answer B.

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