Solving x^2+14x−7=0by completing the square method produces an equation of the form (x+h)^2=k Find h and k.

Question

Solving x^2+14x−7=0by completing the square method produces an equation of the form (x+h)^2=k

Find h and k.

Answer 1

x² + 14x = 7

x² + 14x + 7² = 7 + 7²

(x + 7)² = 56