Hey, super simple question but I've had teachers tell me different things, strangely both math teachers so I'm very confused. Something like 0.5x(x+4)^2(2x-3). Now, would I begin by doing
(0.5x^2+2x) or would I do (x^2+16) The first obviously multiplies the 0.5x first, the second multiplies the exponent. I know Bedmass states the exponent would come first, but I've heard someone say the coefficient should be done first. Just need a clarification, thanks.