Completing the Square {Algebraic Proof}
- Author:
- Auston B Cron
The process of Completing the Square provides users to develop methods of solving quadratic equations to find the roots (zeroes) and the vertex of a quadratic equation. The most memorable formula for most students is the quadratic equation, .
Converting the standard form of the quadratic equation into the vertex form allows for other useful values to assist in the graphing of quadratic equations. Besides the zeroes, we get the axis of symmetry of the quadratic equation {x = h} and the vertex (h, k). With these four quantities, it is easier to hand graph the equation (or speed graph.)
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