How do you complete the square for $$x^2 + bx$$ ?

To complete the square, take half of $$b$$ , square it, and add it to both sides of the equation.

What must be added to $$x^2 - 4x$$ to make it a perfect square trinomial?

You must add 4 to make it a perfect square trinomial: $$x^2 - 4x + 4 = (x - 2)^2$$ .

Solve $$x^2 + 9x + 9 = 0$$ by completing the square.

$$x = \frac{-9 \text{±} \text{√}(45)}{2}$$ .

Solve $$x^2 - 8x - 14 = 0$$ by completing the square.

$$x = ig\{\text{±}\text{√}(30) + 4\}$$ .

Solve $$x^2 - 4x - 20 = 0$$ by completing the square.

$$x = ig\text{±}2\text{√}(6) + 2$$ .

What is the first step in completing the square for $$x^2 + 6x = 5$$ ?

Rearrange to $$x^2 + 6x - 5 = 0$$ and then add 9 to both sides.

What is the discriminant in a quadratic equation?

The discriminant is the part of the quadratic formula under the square root: $$b^2 - 4ac$$ . It determines the nature of the roots.

What does a positive discriminant indicate?

A positive discriminant indicates that the quadratic equation has two distinct real roots.

What does a zero discriminant indicate?

A zero discriminant indicates that the quadratic equation has exactly one real root (a repeated root).

What does a negative discriminant indicate?

A negative discriminant indicates that the quadratic equation has no real roots, only complex roots.

Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square Flashcards

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What is a quadratic equation?

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What does it mean to complete the square?

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Completing the square is a method used to convert a quadratic equation into a perfect square trinomial, making it easier to solve.

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What is a perfect square trinomial?

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What is the formula for solving a quadratic equation by completing the square?

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