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Amanda Bassett

An equation is true if each side of the equation simplifies to the same value or expression. Is the equation (a + b)² = a² + b² true? Explain.

No, because if you tested it would not be true.

Ex. a=2 and b=1 (2+1)^2 = 9 and 2^2 +1^2= 5

So thats why they are not the same in value.