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How do I solve a Quadratic Equation using Completing the Square method

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Answer:

Step 1 Divide all terms by a (the coefficient of x2).

Step 2 Move the number term (c/a) to the right side of the equation.

Step 3 Complete the square on the left side of the equation and balance this by adding the same value to the right side of the equation.

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