1. Solving Quadratic Equations
Solve by completing the square
Solve by factoring
Re-write the equation so all the variables are on the left and the constant is on the right.
(2) Form a perfect square trinomial by adding to both sides
Holy schnikies, it’s the same answer!
(3) Factor left side & write the left side as a square.
(4) Take the square root of both sides.
(5) Solve for x.
I’d like to see that again. or

2. Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square
Re-write the equation so all the variables are on the left and the constant is on the right.
(2) Form a perfect square trinomial by adding to both sides
(3) Factor left side & write the left side as a square.
(4) Take the square root of both sides.
(5) Solve for x. or or

3. Solving Unfactorable Equations by Completing the Square
Re-write the equation so all the variables are on the left and the constant is on the right.
(2) Form a perfect square trinomial by adding to both sides
(3) Factor left side & write the left side as a square.
(4) Take the square root of both sides.
(5) Solve for x.

4. Homework
Page 579:
All Questions