SOLUTION: Find the sum of the constants a, h, and k such that 2x^2 - 8x + 7 = a(x - h)^2 + k for all real numbers x.

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Question 1023975: Find the sum of the constants a, h, and k such that
2x^2 - 8x + 7 = a(x - h)^2 + k
for all real numbers x.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The left member is in general form, and the right member is in standard form. You should be able to learn what you need through a video describing how to make the change of form:

video demonstrates how to change from a quadratic in general form to standard form.