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How do you solve this equation by completing the square2x² + 16x - 11 = -7
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Answer:

  • x = -4 ± 3√2

Explanation:

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  • 2x² + 16x - 11 = -7
  • 2(x² + 8x) = 4
  • x² + 8x = 2
  • x² + 8x + 16 - 16= 2
  • (x² + 8x + 16) = 16 + 2
  • (x + 4)² = 18
  • x + 4 = ± 3√2
  • x = -4 ± 3√2

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