How do you factor #p^2-14p+49# using the perfect squares formula?
2 Answers
Apr 15, 2017
Explanation:
49 is
Tip; The perfect square formula can be a bit confusing. Just use your intuition if you know the answer. That is what I do and I do not get penalised for it. Just use the formula if necessary.
Apr 15, 2017
See below.
Explanation:
The perfect squares formula is in the form:
Set this equal to
So:
But,
Thus,
Or, factor by splitting.