Question

Solve by completing the square.

g2 − 14g = –3

Write your answers as integers, proper or improper fractions in simplest form, or decimals rounded to the nearest hundredth.

Answer 1

13.78, 0.22 to nearest hundredth.

Explanation:

g^2 - 14g = -3

(g - 7)^2 - 49 - -3

(g - 7)^2 = 46

g - 7 = ±√46

g = 7 ± √46

g = 13.782, 0.218