Q. Rewrite the equation by completing the square.x2−16x+63=0(x+□)2=□
Given quadratic equation: Start with the given quadratic equation. x2−16x+63=0We want to rewrite this equation by completing the square.
Move constant term: Move the constant term to the right side of the equation. x2−16x=−63
Complete the square: Find the number that completes the square. To do this, take half of the coefficient of x, square it, and add it to both sides of the equation.The coefficient of x is −16, so half of −16 is −8, and (−8)2=64.x2−16x+64=−63+64
Simplify right side: Simplify the right side of the equation. x2−16x+64=1
Write as perfect square: Write the left side of the equation as a perfect square. (x−8)2=1
Equation in completed square form: Now we have the equation in the completed square form. (x−8)2=1
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