The term completing the square refers to a method of solving quadratic equations. It is a specific set of steps that are taken to get an answer. You do not need to use this method, others will get you the same answer if you follow them.
The completing the square method essentially turns an equation that can not be factored into one that can be.
Any time you have a quadratic equation, you can use the completing the square method to get an answer. The answer may not always be a real solution, there are times the number is an imaginary number.
if the value of a in your equation is zero, you cannot use the completing the square method.
Create Date: September 9, 2024
Last Modified Date: September 9, 2024
