SOLUTION: how do you work out 451^2 -449^2 I know that i should be using the formula of the difference of two squares, but i am unsure of how to do it.

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Question 772452: how do you work out
451^2 -449^2
I know that i should be using the formula of the difference of two squares, but i am unsure of how to do it.

Answer by cher781(8) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It is very simple!
1) Your answer should come out like (a+b)(a-b)
2) You insert your terms where they belong.
3) Answer: (451+449)(451-449)