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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Completing the Square

Question 1 of 4 • FL-1200710-Mathematics for College Algebra A

What is the first step in writing f(x) = 3x2 + 6x – 8 in vertex form?

Answer
A
Factor out 3 from each term.
B
Form a perfect square trinomial by keeping the value of the function equivalent.
C
Write the trinomial as a binomial squared.
D
Factor out 3 from the first two terms.
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