What number should be added to both sides of the equation to complete the square?

x2 + 8x = 4

4
8
16
32
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Option C: 16 is the number added to both sides of the equation to complete the square

Explanation:

The equation is

We need to determine the number that is added to both sides of the equation to complete the square.

We need to write the equation in the form of

Solve for a:

Dividing by 2x, we have,

Thus, the value of a is 4.

To write the equation in the form of :

Adding to both sides of the equation, we have,

Complete the square,we get,

Hence, the number 16 is added to both sides of the equation to complete the square.

Thus, Option C is the correct answer.

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i believe its "c" because all of the other options include a but it could be d because there is a way of financing with cash at certain places but its uncommon.