Use the Method of Completing the Square to Solve the Quadratic

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Short Answer

Use the method of completing the square to solve the quadratic equation. x 2 + 5 x $-$ 2 = 0 Please enter your answer as two numbers, separated by a comma.

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Definitions:

Straight-Line Method

The straight-line method is a depreciation technique that allocates an equal portion of the cost of an asset to each accounting period over its useful life.

Interest Expense

Interest expense is the cost incurred by an entity for borrowed funds over a period of time.

Adjusting Entry

An accounting procedure for updating the records of unrecorded expenses or revenues to ensure accurate financial statements.

Straight-Line Amortization

A method of evenly distributing the cost of an intangible asset over its useful life.