Q. Rewrite the equation by completing the square.x2−2x−35=0(x+□)2=□
Move constant term: We start with the equation x2−2x−35=0 and want to rewrite it by completing the square.First, we need to move the constant term to the other side of the equation by adding 35 to both sides.x2−2x=35
Find completing square number: Next, we need to find a number to add to both sides of the equation to complete the square. This number is found by taking half of the coefficient of x, which is −2, squaring it, and adding it to both sides.(2−2)2=(−1)2=1So we add 1 to both sides of the equation.x2−2x+1=35+1
Rewrite as perfect square trinomial: Now, we can rewrite the left side of the equation as a perfect square trinomial.(x−1)2=36
Completed square form: The equation is now in the completed square form.
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