Multiple choice Find the correct mathematical statement ( x + 2 ) 2 = x2+4 ( a2+b2)=( a + b )2 2/3x +2 = 2/3x +2 None of these Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation Option C is an identity (2/3x + 2 = 2/3x + 2). Option A is incorrect because (x+2)^2 = x^2 + 4x + 4. Option B is incorrect because a^2 + b^2 is not (a+b)^2.