4. The method of completing the square was used to solve the equation u² - 12u + 4 = 20. Which equation is a correct step when using this method? 1) (u - 6)? %3! Answer: 2) (u - 6)? = 52 3) (u - 6)2 = 0 4) (u + 6)²

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4. The method of completing the square was used to solve the equation
u? - 12u + 4 = 20. Which equation is a correct step when using this method?
1) (u - 6)2
2) (u - 6)? = 52
3) (u - 6)? = 0
Answer:
4) (u + 6)?
Transcribed Image Text:4. The method of completing the square was used to solve the equation u? - 12u + 4 = 20. Which equation is a correct step when using this method? 1) (u - 6)2 2) (u - 6)? = 52 3) (u - 6)? = 0 Answer: 4) (u + 6)?
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