Big Ideas Math - Algebra 1, A Common Core Curriculum

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Chapter 9 - Solving Quadratic Equations - 9.3 - Solving Quadratic Equations Using Square Roots - Exercises - Page 502: 48

Answer

$(x+9)^2$

Work Step by Step

The given polynomial is $=x^2+18x+81$ Write the the polynomial as $a^2+2ab+b^2$. $=x^2+2(x)(9)+9^2$ Use perfect square trinomial pattern $a^2+2ab+b^2=(a+b)^2$ We have $a=x$ and $b=9$. $=(x+9)^2$ Hence, the factor of the given polynomial is $(x+9)^2$.
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