Question

Solve the equation by completing the square. Round to the nearest hundredth if necessary.

x2 – 6x = –8 (1 point)
4, –2
–4, 2
4, 2
–4, –2

Answer 1

\[x^2 – 6x = –8 \implies x^2 – 6x+9=9 –8 \implies (x-3)^2=1 \implies x-3= \pm 1\]\[\implies x=3 \pm 1 \implies x=2~or~x=4\]

Answer 2

Thank you!

Answer 3

No sweat. Do math every day.

Answer 4

I have a few more if you want to help me haha