1. Distance, Midpoint, and Completing the Square
Chapter 8

2. Distance Formula

3. Midpoint Formula

4. Completing the Square
This technique is used to convert a quadratic in standard form to a quadratic in vertex form.
Makes solving quadratics easier
THE LEADING COEFFICIENT MUST BE 1 TO PERFORM COMPLETING THE SQUARE!!

5. Examples

6. In Conclusion. . . Homework – worksheet
Don’t solve, just complete the square
How would you solve a quadratic equation once you’ve completed the square? Use an example to help explain your thoughts.