IN MATH: 1. n. the equation

which states the roots of the quadratic equation . By substituting a particular equation's values of a, b, and c, the roots may be computed. EX. Solve using the quadratic formula.

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IN ENGLISH: 1. as defined above.

APPLICATION: See list 320.

Solve using the quadratic formula:
1.
2.
3.
4.

5. Research DISCRIMINANT. Comment on this part of the quadratic formula. Discuss its effects on a solution.


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