Complete the square to write the equation from standard form to vertex form

The video tutorial focuses on the process of completing the square, specifically converting quadratic equations from standard form to vertex form. The instructor emphasizes the importance of making the coefficient 'a' equal to 1 by factoring out terms. The tutorial includes examples and clarifies that the main objective is not factoring itself but ensuring 'a' equals 1. The final step involves calculating the value of 'B' to complete the square, using the formula B/2 squared.

What is the primary focus of the lesson on completing the square?

• Completing the square

• Converting from vertex form to standard form

• Solving quadratic equations

• Identifying the vertex

What is the first step in completing the square when 'a' is not equal to 1?

• Subtract a constant from both sides

• Multiply the equation by a constant

• Factor out the coefficient of the quadratic term

• Add a constant to both sides

Why is it important to factor out the coefficient of the quadratic term?

• To eliminate the linear term

• To find the vertex

• To simplify the equation

• To make 'a' equal to 1

How do you find the value 'B' that completes the square?

• Divide the linear coefficient by 2 and square it

• Subtract the linear coefficient from the quadratic term

• Add the linear coefficient to the quadratic term

• Multiply the linear coefficient by 2 and square it

What is the result of applying the formula B/2 squared to the linear coefficient?

• The vertex of the quadratic

• The constant term in the equation

• The solution to the quadratic equation

• The value that completes the square