Multiplying Algebraic Expressions (Leaving Cert Mathematics): Flashcards

No, multiply constants with constants, variables with variables

Indices rules

Add the powers together

$x^{p+q}$

$15x^2$

$-3a^2b^2$

Law of distribution

$ab + ac$

$ab - ac$

Expand brackets

Each term in first bracket multiplies each term in second bracket

$2x^2 + 8x + 8$