Question

Find the minimum value of y = x^2+ 32x + 273 by using the method of completing square.

Answer 1

x=-16 ..................

Explanation:

y=x²+32x+273

y'=2x+32

2x+32=0

2x=-32

x=-16

Answer 2

The minimum value of y=x^2+32x+273 is (-16,17)