Math Problem Statement
Solution
The image you uploaded is about completing a perfect square trinomial. Jeremiah is creating perfect square trinomials, and you are asked to move the correct term to complete each one.
A perfect square trinomial is of the form: or
Looking at the expressions given:
Let’s figure out the terms needed to complete the perfect square trinomial:
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For : The coefficient of is . To make a perfect square, we take half of , which is , and then square it to get . So the missing term is 4.
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For : The coefficient of is . Half of is , and squaring it gives . So the missing term is 100.
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For : The coefficient of is . Half of is , and squaring it gives . So the missing term is 49.
Thus, the correct terms are:
Would you like further clarification or additional help on this topic?
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- What other types of polynomials can be factored similarly to perfect square trinomials?
Tip: Practice recognizing the form of a perfect square trinomial: or to make completing the square easier.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Perfect Square Trinomials
Factoring
Completing the Square
Formulas
a^2 - 2ab + b^2 = (a - b)^2
a^2 + 2ab + b^2 = (a + b)^2
Theorems
Perfect Square Trinomial Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10