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What number needs to be added to both sides of the equation in order to complete the square? x^2+14x=−32 Enter your answers in the boxes.

What number needs to be added to both sides of the equation in order to complete the square? x^2+14x=−32 Enter your answers in the boxes.
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What number needs to be added to both sides of the equation in order to complete the square?

x^2+14x=−32



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What number needs to be added to both sides of the equation in order to complete the-example-1
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The square of half the x-coefficient needs to be added. 7² = 49.

x² + 14x + 49 = -32 + 49
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