Mathematics 4024 · O Level · Equations

Equations — practice question

(a)[2]

Express $x^2 + 10x + 6$ in the form $(x + a)^2 + b$.

(b)[1]

Use the answer from part (a) to solve $x^2 + 10x + 6 = 0$. Present your solution in the form $p \pm \sqrt{q}$.

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This 3-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: So the result is $(x+5)^2-19$.

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