What number should be added to both sides of the equation to complete the square? x squared plus 3 x is equal to 6

To complete the square for x² + 3x, take half of the coefficient of x and square it: (3 ÷ 2)² = 9/4. So add (3/2)² to both sides. The correct choice is “3 halves squared.”

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