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For what real values of c is x28x14x+c the square of a binomial?

 May 27, 2024

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First, let's combine some like terms!

x222c+c

 

In order for this to be the square of a binomial, we need c to be the square of half the value of -22. 

 

Solving this, we get c = 121. 

 

Indeed, if we have x222x+121=(x11)2

 

So we have c = 121. 

 

Thanks! :)

 May 27, 2024
 #1
avatar+1950 
+1
Best Answer

First, let's combine some like terms!

x222c+c

 

In order for this to be the square of a binomial, we need c to be the square of half the value of -22. 

 

Solving this, we get c = 121. 

 

Indeed, if we have x222x+121=(x11)2

 

So we have c = 121. 

 

Thanks! :)

NotThatSmart May 27, 2024

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