PLEASEEEE HELPPP I’m BEGGINGGG When solving the following equation by completing the square, what would be your first step? x^2 - 6x – 40 = 0

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Dan Stern · Answer 1 · 2023-02-11T08:05:23+0000

Answer: Add 40 to both sides to collect like terms on each side of the equation

Step-by-step explanation: That's the first step