Mastering the art of solving quadratics by completing the square
In short: Learn how to rearrange completed square forms to find the solutions for x. This tutorial provides step-by-step worked examples, ranging from simple integer results to more complex solutions involving surds.
The video demonstrates the process of solving quadratic equations specifically when the coefficient of x squared is one. It covers the essential steps of rearranging the completed square form to isolate x, providing practical demonstrations for both integer solutions and those requiring surds.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: GCSE Maths - How to Solve a Quadratic by Completing the Square (Part 2 - Solve When a=1)
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