anthony is solving the equation x^2-12x=16 by completing the square. what number should be added to both sides of the equation to complete the square?

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Mckenzie Davis

4 July, 01:20

anthony is solving the equation x^2-12x=16 by completing the square. what number should be added to both sides of the equation to complete the square?

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Glenn · Answer 1

add (12/2) ^2 to both sides

Step-by-step explanation:

x^2-12x=16

x^2 - 12x + (12/2) ^2 = 16 + (12/2) ^

x - (12/2) ^2=52

(x-6) ^2=52

Answers:

x = - 2 root 3 + 6

x = 2 root 3 + 6