To convert the quadratic \( y = (x + 4)^2 - 5 \) from vertex form to standard form, we need to expand the expression.
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Start with the vertex form: \[ y = (x + 4)^2 - 5 \]
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Expand \( (x + 4)^2 \): \[ = x^2 + 8x + 16 \]
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Now, substitute back into the equation: \[ y = x^2 + 8x + 16 - 5 \]
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Simplify the expression: \[ y = x^2 + 8x + 11 \]
Thus, the standard form of the quadratic is: \[ \boxed{y = x^2 + 8x + 11} \]