Question

How do i convert g(x)=x2+6x+1 into the general, vertex form of the equation?

Answer 1

You have to complete the square. Do you know how to do that?

Answer 2

not exactly..

Answer 3

Ok, I'll give you a quick lesson while I do it for you. Watch and learn, cuz it's always done the same way. First you have to make sure the coefficient on the x^2 term is a 1. In your case it is, so we don't have to worry about that part. Next, group all the x terms together into a set of parenthesis. Like this: