(a + b)² + (a - b)² = _____?

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  1. A. a² - b²
  2. B. 2a² + 2b²
  3. C. a² + b²
  4. D. None of these

Correct answer

2a² + 2b²

Explanation

Explanation Let's expand both expressions: (a + b)² = a² + 2ab + b² (a - b)² = a² - 2ab + b² Now, add them: (a + b)² + (a - b)² = a² + 2ab + b² + a² - 2ab + b² = 2a² + 2b²

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