Problem 13 of 7
Determine whether x^2+25 is a difference of squares over the integers and explain.
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reject sums of squares and nonsquare terms over reals.
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Expression must test sign, integer-square status, or exponent structure.
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Your answer is equivalent to the expected form.
Walkthrough
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1. Check whether the operation between terms is subtraction.
2. Check whether both terms are integer square terms.
3. State whether the difference-of-squares pattern applies.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Relying only on there being a minus sign.