Question

[9.05] Part 1: Create your own quadratic equation that cannot be solved by factoring, but can be solved using the quadratic formula. Identify the values of a, b, and c, and find the solutions using the quadratic formula. Show all work to receive credit.

Part 2: Using complete sentences, explain how you know that the equation from Part 1 cannot be solved by factoring, but can be solved by using the quadratic formula.

Answer 1

i need help i am confused :(

Answer 2

x^2 - x - 7 = 0

a = 1, b = -1 and c = -7

subvstitute these values in the formula

x =[ -b + sqrt(b^2 - 4ac) ] / 2a and x =[ -b - sqrt(b^2 - 4ac) ] / 2a

to find the solutions

Answer 3

can you do that?

Answer 4

can i just have the answer cause my cousin is doing an online course and she needs help

Answer 5

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Answer 6

@cwrw238

Answer 7

i took your advice and it helped me so much

Answer 8

i got 3.195 and -2.195 are those right

Answer 9

is it

Answer 10

yes wd

Answer 11

thank you so much you helped me immensely. can i ask your help for more questions in a couple of minutes.

Answer 12

i have to do some chores for a while but i'll be able to help in about 10 minutes

Answer 13

ok thx so much you helped me get 100 percent