Question

If using the method of completing the square to solve the quadratic equation x 2 − 9 x − 8 = 0 x 2 −9x−8=0, which number would have to be added to "complete the square"?

Answer 1

Answer:

Add 81/4 to both sides.

Step-by-step explanation:

x^2 − 9x − 8 = 0

x^2 - 9x = 8

Take the coefficient of the x term: -9

Divide by 2: -9/2

Square it: 81/4

Add 81/4 to both sides.