Solving a quadratic by completing the square

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in completing the square for a quadratic equation?
Divide the equation by the linear coefficient
Add a constant to both sides
Multiply the equation by two
Set the equation to zero
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important for the coefficient of the quadratic term to be one when completing the square?
It simplifies the equation
It ensures the equation is linear
It allows for easy factoring
It makes the equation a perfect square trinomial
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do you determine the value of C to complete the square?
Multiply the linear coefficient by two and square it
Divide the linear coefficient by two and square it
Subtract the linear coefficient from the quadratic term
Add the linear coefficient to the quadratic term
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of adding and subtracting the same number when completing the square?
To eliminate the linear term
To change the equation's solution
To maintain the equation's balance
To simplify the equation
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the final step in solving a quadratic equation by completing the square?
Add the linear coefficient to both sides
Apply the square root method
Use the quadratic formula
Multiply both sides by the quadratic term
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