Solve the equation by completing the square. x² - 5x - 36 = 0

(a) x = -9, x = -4
(b) x = 9, x = -4
(c) x = -9, x = -8
(d) x = 9, x = 4
(e) none of these


(b) x = 9, x = -4

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