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What is the missing constant term in the perfect square that starts with x^2 + 14^x

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In the equation a² + bx + c, for the equation to be a perfect square, c must be equal to (b/2)²

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The missing constant =
( (14)/(2) )^2

The missing constant =
(7)^2

The missing constant =
49

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Answer: 49
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