Solve the Following Quadratic Equation by Completing the Square

question 46

Multiple Choice

Solve the following quadratic equation by completing the square.

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Definitions:

Retention Ratio

A financial metric indicating the percentage of a company's earnings that is retained and not paid out as dividends; it is also known as the plowback ratio.

Dividends Paid

The total amount of money distributed by a corporation to its shareholders from its earnings.

Total Equity

The total value of a company’s assets minus its liabilities, representing the ownership interest of the shareholders.

Net Income

The total amount of profit a company earns after taxes and all expenses have been deducted from revenues, commonly referred to as the bottom line.