Question

Solve the quadratic equation by completing the square.

Answer 1

Answer:

$x = - 1 + 2i, \: \: - 1 - 2i$

Step-by-step explanation:

${x}^{2} + 2x + 5 = 0 \\ \\ {x}^{2} + 2x + 1 + 4 = 0 \\ \\ {x}^{2} + 2x + 1 = - 4 \\ \\ {(x + 1)}^{2} = - 4 \\ \\ (x + 1) = \pm \sqrt{ - 4} \\ \\ x + 1 = \pm 2i \\ \\ x = - 1\pm 2i \\ \\ x = - 1 + 2i, \: \: x = - 1 - 2i \\ \\ x = - 1 + 2i, \: \: - 1 - 2i$