To simplify the expression \((x+4)(x+2) - (x-3)(x+3)\), we'll start by expanding both products.
Expand \((x+4)(x+2)\): \[ (x + 4)(x + 2) = x^2 + 2x + 4x + 8 = x^2 + 6x + 8 \]
Expand \((x-3)(x+3)\): \[ (x - 3)(x + 3) = x^2 - 9 \quad \text{(This is a difference of squares)} \]
Now substitute these expanded forms back into the original expression: \[ (x^2 + 6x + 8) - (x^2 - 9) \]
Distribute the negative sign: \[ x^2 + 6x + 8 - x^2 + 9 \]
Combine like terms:
- The \(x^2\) terms cancel each other out: \[ 6x + 8 + 9 = 6x + 17 \]
Thus, the simplified expression is: \[ \boxed{6x + 17} \]
