Answer the question.Use the equation  to explain how to solve a quadratic equation by completing the square.

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Divide both sides of the equation by 5. Add  to both sides of the equation. Take the square root of both sides of the equation, being careful to remember to use the positive and negative square roots of the right side. Then add -  to both sides of the equation.

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Add the polynomials.(8x2 - 4x - 8) + (-3x2 - 4x - 6)

A. 5x2 - 4x - 14 B. 5x4 - 8x2 - 14 C. 5x2 - 8x - 14 D. -24x2 - 4x - 14

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Solve the problem.A couple with a monthly income of $1700 spends 89% of its earnings and saves the balance. Find (i) the monthly savings and (ii) the annual savings of this couple.

A. (i) $187;  (ii) $1870 B. (i) $1513;  (ii) $15,130 C. (i) $1513;  (ii) $18,156 D. (i) $187;  (ii) $2244

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Solve the equation by the method of your choice. Simplify irrational solutions, if possible.(7x + 9)2 = 64

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Add.(3z + 3) + (6z - 8)

A. 14z B. 9z + 11 C. -3z + 11 D. 9z - 5

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