What number should be added to both sides of the equation to complete the square? x squared plus 8 x is equal to 4

To complete the square for x² + 8x, take half of the coefficient of x, which is 8 ÷ 2 = 4, and square it: 4² = 16. So 16 should be added to both sides; the correct choice is 16.

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