Simplifying Algebraic Expression: A(Ls)

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The discussion focuses on the simplification of the algebraic expression A(Ls) = (L - 2*Ls)*Ls*sin(beta) + Ls*sin(beta)*Ls*cos(beta). The expression simplifies to A(Ls) = sin(beta)*[cos(beta) - 2]*Ls^2 + L*sin(beta)*Ls. Key steps include eliminating brackets and recognizing that Lb = L - 2*Ls, h = Ls*sin(beta), and w = Ls*cos(beta). The simplification process does not rely on traditional formulas but rather on algebraic manipulation.

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Sorry, not really a homework question, just practicing for a test online.

Can someone explain how this person simplified this line.

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A(Ls) = (L - 2*Ls)*Ls*sin(beta) + Ls*sin(beta)*Ls*cos(beta)

becomes

A(Ls) = sin(beta)*[cos(beta) - 2]*Ls^2 + L*sin(beta)*Ls

**INFO**

Lb = L - 2*Ls
h = Ls * sin(beta)
w = Ls * cos(beta)
A = Lb * h + 2 * 1/2 * h * w

Thank you, would be great help. :)
 
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He doesn't use any formulas at all. The only thing he is doing is changing the place of the brackets.

Hint: Start with eliminating the brackets in the term (L - 2*Ls)*Ls*sin(beta).
 

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