Question

a sign is being painted that is comprised of 3 small squares with a side length of s and 2 large squares with a side length of x. write an expression to find the total area of the sign that needs to be painted. (1 point)\
\\( 2x^2 + 3s^2 \\)\
\\( 3x^2 - 2s^2 \\)\
\\( 3x^2 + 2s^2 \\)\
\\( 2x^2 - 3s^2 \\)

Explanation:

Step1: Area of 1 small square

Area of one small square is $s^2$.

Step2: Total area of small squares

Total area for 3 small squares: $3 \times s^2 = 3s^2$

Step3: Area of 1 large square

Area of one large square is $x^2$.

Step4: Total area of large squares

Total area for 2 large squares: $2 \times x^2 = 2x^2$

Step5: Sum all areas

Total area = Area of large squares + Area of small squares
$2x^2 + 3s^2$

Answer:

$2x^2 + 3s^2$ (Option 1)