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X What should be the first step to solve x² - 6x = -5 by completing the square method? O Add 5 to both sides Add 9 to both sides O Add 36 to both sides Divide the equation by -6​

X What should be the first step to solve x² - 6x = -5 by completing the square method-example-1

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Answer:

add 9 to both sides

Explanation:

because half of 6 is 3 and its square is 9

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