Complete each statement in the steps to solve x2 – 6x – 7 = 0 using the process of completing the square.

Move the constant term to the right: x² − 6x = 7. To complete the square, add the square of half the x-coefficient: (−6 ÷ 2)² = 9. So the missing number is 9, choice C.

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