Recognize as difference of squares: Recognize the expression as a difference of squares. The given expression is in the form of a2−b2, which can be factored into (a+b)(a−b).
Identify 'a' and 'b': Identify 'a' and 'b' in the expression.In the expression (4x−1)2−(x+10)2, 'a' is (4x−1) and 'b' is (x+10).
Apply formula: Apply the difference of squares formula.Using the formula (a+b)(a−b), we get ((4x−1)+(x+10))((4x−1)−(x+10)).
Simplify expressions: Simplify the expressions inside the parentheses.Simplify (4x−1)+(x+10) to get 5x+9.Simplify (4x−1)−(x+10) to get 3x−11.
Write factored form: Write the factored form of the expression.The factored form is (5x+9)(3x−11).
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