Sarah said when x=3 then the value of 4x squared is 144 holly said when x=3 then the value of 4x squared is 36 who is right and why?

Answer 1

(4x)^2 = 144
4x^2 = 36
parentheses matter. To make sure you say what you mean, say "4x the quantity" squared.

Answer 2

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