Q. Rewrite the equation by completing the square.x2+6x+9=0, (x+□)2=□
Identify the equation: Identify the equation to be rewritten by completing the square.We have the equation x2+6x+9=0.
Recognize perfect square trinomial: Recognize that the equation is already a perfect square trinomial.The equation x2+6x+9 is a perfect square because it can be factored into (x+3)2. The term 9 is the square of 3, and 6x is twice the product of x and 3.
Rewrite in completed square form: Rewrite the equation in completed square form.Since x2+6x+9 is a perfect square trinomial, it can be written as (x+3)2=0.
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