Question

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

Answer 1

x^2 + 14x + 49

Explanation:

Complete the square:

x^2 + 14x

Take the coefficient of the x term, 14.

Divide by 2.

14/2 = 7

Square it.

7^2 = 49

Add this .

x^2 + 14x + 49