Completing the Square

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What is the process of completing the square?

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Completing the square is a method used to solve quadratic equations by rewriting the equation in the form of a perfect square trinomial, allowing for easier solution of the variable.

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What is a perfect square trinomial?

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What is the first step in completing the square for any quadratic equation?

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The first step is to move the constant term to the other side of the equation.

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What does it mean to write solutions from least to greatest?

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It means to arrange the solutions in ascending order, starting with the smallest value.

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What is the general form of a quadratic equation?

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What is the significance of the discriminant in a quadratic equation?

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How can you check if a trinomial is a perfect square?

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