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Completing the Square to Solve Quadratic Equations with Complex Solutions

Observe how completing the square reveals complex solutions when a quadratic equation has no real roots.

Task 1

Putting It All Together

Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.

Task 2

Given a quadratic expression, how you predict whether it will have real or complex solutions?