Question

find the product. simplify your answer.
(4q - 1)(q + 3)

Explanation:

Step1: Apply FOIL method

$(4q)(q) + (4q)(3) + (-1)(q) + (-1)(3)$

Step2: Calculate each term

$4q^2 + 12q - q - 3$

Step3: Combine like terms

$4q^2 + (12q - q) - 3 = 4q^2 + 11q - 3$

Answer:

$4q^2 + 11q - 3$