5.4 – Completing the Square Objectives: Use completing the square to solve a quadratic equation. Use the vertex form of a quadratic function to locate the axis of symmetry of its graph. Standard: 2.8.11.N. Solve quadratic equations symbolically and graphically
Example 1
Example 1 c and d c. x2 – 7x d. x2 + 16x The coefficient of x is -7 ½ (-7) = Thus the perfect square trinomial is d. x2 + 16x The coefficient of x is 16 ½ (16) = 8 (8)2 = 64 Thus the perfect square trinomial is
Solving Equations by Completing the Square STEPS: Make sure A = 1. Bring the C to the Zero side. Complete the Square -“ take ½ of B and Square It.” Add the completed square to each side. Express the left side using perfect square notation. Solve the equation.
Example 2a
Example 2b
Example 2c
Practice – Completing the Square
Homework: packet sec. 5-4