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OpenStudy (anonymous):

x^2+18x=-7 What value should be added to both sides of the equation?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

To complete the square?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

yes i think

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Alright, take the coefficient of the x term, divide it by 2, and then square it (18/2)^2=?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

9

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Yes, but then square it so you get 81

OpenStudy (anonymous):

is that it 81

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Yes

OpenStudy (anonymous):

thanks

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