Solve the equation by completing square method.

d2+10d=-9

Short Answer

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The solutions ared=-1,d=-9.

Step by step solution

01

Given Information      

The Given equation is d2+10d=-9.

02

Isolate the variable terms on one side and the constant terms on the other. 

The variable terms are on the left side.

d2+10d=-9

Here b=10

So,

=12b2=12×102=(5)2 =25

Add 25to both sides.

d2+10d+25=-9+25d2+10d+25=16

03

Factor the perfect square trinomial as a binomial square.    

(d+5)2=16

Use the square root property.

d+5=±16d+5=±4

04

Solve for d.

d=-5±4

Rewrite to show two solutions.

d=-5+4=-1d=-5-4=-9

Thus, the solutions ared=-1,d=-9.

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