(i)[2]
Write $x^2 + 6x + 2$ in the form $(x + a)^2 + b$, with $a$ and $b$ as constants.
(ii)[2]
Hence, or by another method, determine the values of $x$ for which $x^2 + 6x + 2 > 9$.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Quadratics
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Quadratics
Write $x^2 + 6x + 2$ in the form $(x + a)^2 + b$, with $a$ and $b$ as constants.
Hence, or by another method, determine the values of $x$ for which $x^2 + 6x + 2 > 9$.