Solve for u. u2+8u+16=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas. u=__
Q. Solve for u. u2+8u+16=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas. u=__
Identify Quadratic Equation: Identify the quadratic equation to solve for u. The given equation is u2+8u+16=0. We need to find values of u that satisfy this equation.
Factorization Check: Determine if the quadratic can be factored.We are looking for two numbers that multiply to 16 and add up to 8.The numbers 4 and 4 satisfy these conditions because 4×4=16 and 4+4=8.
Write Factored Form: Write the factored form of the quadratic equation.Since both numbers are 4, the equation can be written as (u+4)(u+4)=0.This is also known as a perfect square trinomial.
Solve for u: Set each factor equal to zero and solve for u.First, set u+4=0.Subtract 4 from both sides to solve for u.u+4−4=0−4u=−4
Final Solution: Since both factors are the same, we only get one solution for u. The solution is u=−4. There is no need to solve the second factor because it is identical to the first.
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