Question

Solve the equation by completing the square. Show your work.
v^2-8v-59=-2

Answer 1

answer is {-4.42, 12.54}

Explanation:

v^2 - 8v - 59 = -2

v^2 - 8v = 57

(v - 4)^2 - 16 = 57

(v - 4)^2 = 73

Taking square roots:-

v - 4 = +/- √73

v = √73 + 4 or - √73 + 4

v = -4.54 , 12.54