What number must be added to the expression below to complete the square?
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Answer:
B. (b+3c)+(b+3c)
C. 2(b)+2(3c)
Step-by-step explanation:
we have
Distribute the number 2
Verify each case
case A) 3(b+2c)
distribute the number 3
therefore
Choice A is not equivalent to the given expression
case B) (b+3c)+(b+3c)
Combine like terms
therefore
Choice B is equivalent to the given expression
case C) 2(b)+2(3c)
Multiply both terns by 2
therefore
Choice C is equivalent to the given expression