Question

What value is added to both sides of the equation x2 − 4x = −2 in order to solve by completing the square? (1 point)

Answer 1

-2 would become a 2 added to both sides.

Explanation:

x2-4x=-2

+2 +2

x2-4x+2=0

Answer 2

4x is the value added to both sides to complete the square.