If 2x + 3y = 12 and xy = 6, find the value of 4x^2 + 9y^2.
A72
B96
C108
D144
Explanation
(2x + 3y)^2 = 4x^2 + 9y^2 + 12xy => 12^2 = 4x^2 + 9y^2 + 12(6) => 144 = 4x^2 + 9y^2 + 72 => 4x^2 + 9y^2 = 72.
Exam Relevance
- Topic: Algebra
- Subtopic: Polynomials

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