Problem 102 of 7
Use a special-product pattern to expand (z-6)^2.
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recognize square of binomial and product of conjugates.
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Expression must match square-of-binomial or conjugate product pattern.
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1. Identify the special-product structure.
2. Apply (a+b)^2, (a-b)^2, or (a+b)(a-b).
3. Simplify the terms.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Forgetting the middle term in a binomial square.