SOLUTION: My problem Describe a method of writing the quadratic expression x^2 + bx + c in the form (x - h)^2 + g Thanks for the help

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Question 556513: My problem
Describe a method of writing the quadratic expression x^2 + bx + c in the form (x - h)^2 + g
Thanks for the help
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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separate the constant ___ (x^2 + bx) + c

complete the square ___ (x^2 + bx + b^2/4) + c - b^2/4
___ and adjust the constant (to maintain the value of the expression)

rewrite in desired form ___ (x + b/2)^2 + c - b^2/4