Solve the equation, x^2 - 2x - 8 = 0 by completing the square.

a. x = 4 or x = -2

b. x = 4 or x = 2

c. x = -4 or x = -2

d. x = -4 or x = 2

Anew fountain in the shape of a hexagon will have 6 sides of equal length. on a scale drawing, the coordinates of the vertices of the fountain are: (7.5,5), (11.5,2), (7.5,−1), (2.5,−1), (−1.5,2), and (2.5,5). how long is each side of the fountain?

Mackenzie needs to determine whether the rectangles are proportional. which process could she use? check all that apply.

Solve the compound inequality. graph your solution. 2x – 2 < –12 or 2x + 3 > 7 x < –5 or x > 5 x < –5 or x > 2 x < –12 or x > 2 x < –7 or x > 5