Math Problem Statement

Gerónimo desea construir un cuadrado y tiene las siguientes expresiones: a. 9w^2 + 6wz + z^2 b. 25x^2 - 60xy + 36y^2 c. 25x^2 - 35xy + 49y^2 d. 9x^2 - 12yx + 4y^2 ¿Con qué expresiones podría construirlo? ¿Por qué?

Solution

The problem asks: "¿Con qué expresiones podría construirlo? ¿Por qué?" (Which expressions could Geronimo use to construct it, and why?)

The key here is that Geronimo wants to build a square. The expression that would represent the area of a square must be a perfect square trinomial.

Let's analyze the given expressions to identify any perfect square trinomials:

  1. a. 9w2+6wz+z29w^2 + 6wz + z^2
    This can be rewritten as (3w+z)2(3w + z)^2, which is a perfect square trinomial.

  2. b. 25x260xy+36y225x^2 - 60xy + 36y^2
    This is also a perfect square trinomial, as it can be rewritten as (5x6y)2(5x - 6y)^2.

  3. c. 25x235xy+49y225x^2 - 35xy + 49y^2
    This is not a perfect square trinomial. The middle term does not match the pattern required for a perfect square trinomial.

  4. d. 9x212yx+4y29x^2 - 12yx + 4y^2
    This is a perfect square trinomial because it can be rewritten as (3x2y)2(3x - 2y)^2.

Conclusion:

Geronimo could use expressions a, b, and d to construct the square because they represent perfect square trinomials. Expression c does not form a perfect square, so it cannot be used.

Would you like to know more details about perfect square trinomials or how to recognize them?

Here are five follow-up questions to further expand your understanding:

  1. What makes a trinomial a perfect square trinomial?
  2. How can you factor other types of quadratic trinomials?
  3. Why is the middle term critical in recognizing a perfect square trinomial?
  4. Can a square have more than one possible algebraic expression for its area?
  5. What are some common mistakes when identifying perfect square trinomials?

Tip: When looking for perfect square trinomials, check if the first and last terms are squares and if the middle term is twice the product of their square roots!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Perfect Square Trinomials
Factoring

Formulas

(a + b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2
Perfect square trinomial formula

Theorems

Perfect Square Trinomial Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10