Solve the equation by completing the square. Round to the nearest hundredth if necessary.

x2 + 3x – 5 = 0


A.1.19, –4.19


B.–8.75, 5.75


C.1.66, 2.69


D.1.05, –4.05

4 answers

x^2+3x-5 = 0
x^2+3x+(3/2)^2 = 5+(3/2)^2
(x+3/2)^2 = 29/4
x+3/2 = ±√29/2
x = (-3±√29)/2
1.C
2.C
3.B
4.D
5.B
"answers" is 100% correct, I just completed the quick check, but if anyone needs specific answers here you go, and thank you

1. 4, -2
2. 30.25
3. -12, 8
4. There is no solution
5. 8 in.

this is for Connexus, Unit 5 Lesson 5 8th grade honors
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