SOLUTION: Factor completely. If prime, say so. 16u^4 - v^4

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Question 321125: Factor completely. If prime, say so.
16u^4 - v^4

Answer by mananth(16946)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
16u^4 - v^4
(4u^2+v^2)(4u^2-v^2)
(4u^2+v^2)(2u+v)(2u-v)

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