Q. Rewrite the function by completing the square.f(x)=x2+12x−69f(x)=(x+□)2+□
Given quadratic function: We start with the given quadratic function:f(x) = x2+12x−69Our goal is to rewrite this function in the form of (x+a)2+b.
Completing the square: To complete the square, we need to find a value that, when added and subtracted to the x2+12x part, completes the square. This value is (212)2=62=36.
Adding and subtracting 36: We add and subtract 36 inside the function to complete the square:f(x)=x2+12x+36−36−69
Grouping and combining: Now we group the perfect square trinomial and combine the constants:f(x) = (x2+12x+36)−105
Factoring the perfect square trinomial: We factor the perfect square trinomial: f(x)=(x+6)2−105
Rewriting the function: We have successfully rewritten the function by completing the square:f(x) = (x + 6)^2 - 105
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