Solve the equation x^2 - 8x + 5 = 0 by completing the square

x- 8x + 5 = 0 => (x- 8x + 16) - 11 = 0 =>(x - 4)2 = 11 =>x - 4 = +- sqrt(11) =>x = 4 +- sqrt(11)

DH
Answered by Dom H. Maths tutor

3610 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

How do I find the roots of a quadratic equation?


find the values of x when 3x^2 - 6x - 9


Find the nth term in the series: 3, 7, 11, 15, 19


Solve these pair of simultaneous questions: 3x+2y=17 4x-y=30


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning