Problem 56 of 7
Complete the square to solve (x-6)^2=-11.
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isolate squared binomial equal to negative value.
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Equation must be solvable by isolating a squared binomial equal to a negative number.
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1. Rewrite or identify the squared binomial.
2. Set it equal to a negative value.
3. Take square roots and solve for x.
Use the worked steps, then substitute the final answer back into the original relationship to confirm it satisfies the prompt.
Dropping the plus/minus after square rooting.