Algebramedium · Past Paper
What must be added to x^2 + 6x to make it a perfect square?
A3
B6
C9
D12
✓ Correct Answer: C — 9
To complete the square for x^2 + bx, add (b/2)^2. Here (6/2)^2 = 9.
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