Completing the Square: Algebraic Method for a > 1

This lesson teaches how to complete the square when the coefficient 'a' is greater than one. It begins with a review of quadratic expressions and progresses to factoring perfect squares. The lesson addresses common misunderstandings and demonstrates how to transform quadratic equations to complete the square. Through examples, students learn to factor and transform equations, ensuring they understand the process and avoid common errors.

What is the significance of the distributive property in completing the square?

How do you rewrite the equation after factoring out a coefficient?

Summarize the steps to complete the square when A is greater than one.