Multiply the polynomials using the foil method. express your answer as a single polynomial in standard form.
(x-9)(x-8)
(x-9)(x-8)=

b) the dogs need to shift their focus to human scent.

x= -3

step-by-step explanation:

step 1: simplify brackets

4 - x - 1 = 6

step 2: simpilfy

3 - x = 6

step 3: subtract 3 from both sides

-x = 6 - 3

step 4: simpilfy 6 - 3

-x = 3

step 5: multiply both sides by -1

x = -3

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step-by-step explanation: