Solving Quadratic Equations by Using the Quadratic Formula
The Quadratic Formula
The Quadratic Formula
Given real numbers a, b, and c, if ax2 + bx + c = 0 and a ≠ 0, then |
x =
−b ± √b2 − 4ac2a
. |
The quadratic formula can be used to determine the solution set to any quadratic equation.
Solving Equations by Using the Quadratic Formula
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