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Y = x^2 + 8x + 10 complete in square form

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Answer:
(x+4)^2 -6

Explanation:

Use the formula (b/2) ^ 2 to complete the square. In this case, b = 8, so (8/2)^2 = 4^2 = 16.


(x+4)(x+4)-6 =\\x^2 +8x + 16 - 6 =\\x^2 + 8x + 10

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