Perfect-Square Trinomial Expansion

Enter a in (ax+b)².
Enter b.
Math

Perfect-Square Trinomial Expansion with explicit inputs, formulas and domain checks.

Formula

(ax+b)²=a²x²+2abx+b²

Example Calculation

Example inputs
  • a in (ax+b)²: 2
  • b: 3

(2x+3)²=4x²+12x+9.

Frequently asked questions

How do I use this calculator?

Enter a in (ax+b)², b. The result updates automatically. Use Reset to restore the example values.

What method does it use?

(ax+b)²=a²x²+2abx+b². Expands an entered binomial; does not infer a factorization from arbitrary polynomial coefficients.

Why might a rounded result differ?

The calculation keeps full numeric precision internally, then rounds the displayed result. Rounding intermediate steps by hand can produce a slightly different answer.

Are my inputs saved online?

No. This calculator processes your inputs in your browser. A recently used list stores only calculator names on this device, not your entered values.

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