Complete each statement in the steps to solve x2 – 6x – 7 = 0 using the process of completing the square.

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Isolate the constant by both sides of the equation.:

adding 7 to

Add to both sides of x2 – 6x = 7 to form a perfect square trinomial while keeping the equation balanced.:

9

Write the trinomial x2 – 6x + 9 as squared.:

x – 3

Use the square root property of equality to get x – 3 = ±.:

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Solving Quadratic Equations: Completing the Square