Question

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Write x^2 - 2x - 3 = 0 in the form (x - a)^2 = b, where a and b are integers.
a. (x - 4)^2 = 3
b. (x - 3)^2 = 2
c. (x - 2)^2 = 1
d. (x - 1)^2 = 4

Answer 1

well let's think
which integer when added with itself will give you -2?

Answer 2

I don't know @alexwee123

Answer 3

ok how about this if 1 is added with itself then you'd get 2 right?

Answer 4

is it b?

Answer 5

what number do you need to get -2?