Find the Sum or Difference $( p + 3 q ) ( p - 3 q )$

question 276

Multiple Choice

Find the sum or difference.
- $( p + 3 q ) ( p - 3 q )$

• A) \(p ^ { 2 } - 6 q ^ { 2 }\)
• B) \(p ^ { 2 } - 6 p q - 9 q ^ { 2 }\)
• C) \(p ^ { 2 } - 9 q ^ { 2 }\)
• D) \(p ^ { 2 } + 6 p q - 9 q ^ { 2 }\)

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Definitions:

Closing Entries

Journal entries made at the end of an accounting period to transfer the balances of temporary accounts to permanent accounts, preparing the books for the next period.

Depreciation Expense

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Salaries and Wages Expense

The total cost incurred by an employer for employee compensation, including both salaries and hourly wages.

Temporary Account

An account that is closed at the end of each accounting period and its balances transferred to permanent accounts; examples include revenues, expenses, and dividends accounts.