Question 878383
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I'll do you one better; here is how to solve <i><b>any</b></i> quadratic by completing the square:


Step 1:  If there is a lead coefficient other than 1, divide both sides of the equation by the lead coefficient.


Step 2:  Add the opposite of the constant term to both sides.


Step 3:  Divide the first degree term coefficient by 2 then square the result.


Step 4:  Add the result of step 3 to both sides of the equation.


Step 5:  Factor the resulting perfect square trinomial in the Left Hand Side.


Step 6:  Take the square root of both sides.


Step 7:  Add the opposite of the constant term to both sides and simplify the Right Hand Side.


John
*[tex \LARGE e^{i\pi}\ +\ 1\ =\ 0]
My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
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