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9.3.6 Lesson Summary

Algebra 19.3.6 Lesson Summary

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In this lesson, you learned how to:

  • Solve by completing the square when given a quadratic equation in which the coefficient of the squared term is 1.

Here are the activities that helped you reach those goals:

  • 9.3.1: Solving Equations with Fractions
    • In this activity, you mentally solved equations with fractions and exponents.
  • 9.3.2: Using Completing the Square to Solve Equations
    • In this activity, you solved quadratic equations involving rational numbers including decimals and fractions.
    • 9.3.2: Self Check
    • 9.3.2: Additional Resources
  • 9.3.3: Solve by Completing the Square
    • In this activity, you examined the steps to solving quadratic equations by completing the square and identified the step where an error occurred.
    • 9.3.3: Self Check
    • 9.3.3: Additional Resources
  • 9.3.4: Completing the Square with Fractions
    • In this activity, you showed how to get the given zeros of the quadratic by completing the square.

After these activities, you completed the following practice:

  • 9.3.5: Practice

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