Q. Complete the square to re-write the quadratic function in vertex form:y=x2+2x+10Answer: y=
Find Half and Square: To complete the square, we need to find a value that, when added and subtracted to the quadratic expression x2+2x, creates a perfect square trinomial.The coefficient of x is 2, so we take half of it, which is 1, and then square it to get 12=1.
Add/Subtract to Complete Square: We add and subtract this value inside the quadratic expression to complete the square, while keeping the equation balanced.y=x2+2x+1−1+10
Group and Combine Constants: Now we group the perfect square trinomial and combine the constants.y=(x2+2x+1)−1+10
Factor Perfect Square Trinomial: The perfect square trinomial x2+2x+1 can be factored into (x+1)2.y = (x+1)2−1+10
Combine Final Constants: Finally, we combine the constants −1 and 10 to get 9.y=(x+1)2+9This is the vertex form of the quadratic function.
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