Question

Solve x2 + 2x + 5 = 4 by completing the square

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

x = -1

Step-by-step explanation:

$x^2 + 2x + 5 = 4$

Subtract the constant term.

$x^2 + 2x = -1$

Add half of the coefficient of the x-term to complete the square.

$x^2 + 2x + 1 = -1 + 1$

$(x + 1)^2 = 0$

$x + 1 = 0$

$x = -1$