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🔷 When factoring fails, geometry provides the answer.
In this lesson, we move beyond the rectangle model to show how completing the square physically transforms an equation into a solvable form.
By visualising the addition of unit squares to form a perfect geometric square, students develop a deep, intuitive understanding of the algebraic steps that follow — not just a memorised procedure.
This video is ideal for teachers and students transitioning from basic algebra into Pre-Calculus and Calculus, with clear links to irrational solutions and surds.

🎯 Who this lesson is for
Teachers bridging Algebra → Pre-Calculus
Students who struggle when factoring doesn’t work
Anyone who wants to see why completing the square works

📐 What you’ll learn in this video
Beyond Factoring – When and why to switch to completing the square
The Square Model – Visualising as a geometric shape
Balance Matters – Why we add the same value to both sides
Handling Coefficients – Managing leading coefficients (e.g. dividing by −2)
Exact Values – Introducing irrational solutions and surds

⏱️ Video Chapters
0:00 – When factoring isn’t enough
0:12 – The geometric setup: parking the constant
0:19 – Visualising the square using tiles
0:24 – Completing the shape: why we add 9 to both sides
0:34 – Defining the new side length
1:23 – Practice problems for students
1:56 – When the result isn’t a perfect square
2:11 – Working with surds and irrational roots
2:23 – Resources and worksheets

📘 Perfect for classrooms, revision, and flipped learning
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