Quadratic Form Q(2x) = 4Q(x)??

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Let $Q(\vec{x}) = \vec{x}^TA\vec{x} $

Im trying to go from Q(2x) = 4Q(x).

What I have is $Q(2\vec{x})=(2\vec{x})^TA(2\vec{x})=4 \vec{x}^TA\vec{x}=4Q(\vec{x})$,

but I'm worried I'm using some undefined properties of multiplication. I just moved the 2's to the front, but again, am not sure if that's allowed.

Any input would be great, thanks.