Question

How can x2 + 3x + 1 = 2x2 + 2x + 3 be set up as a system of equations?

Answer 1

first subtract (x2 + 3x + 1) -(2x2 + 2x + 3)=0
which equals to -x^2+x-2 = 0

Answer 2

then use Quadratic Formula to -x^2+x-2 to solve for x

Answer 3

let me know if u need more assistance

Answer 4

how do i plug that into the quadratic formula?

Answer 5

ax^2 + bx + c.. the formula is x = [ -b ± sqrt(b^2 - 4ac) ] / 2a

Answer 6

so y plug 1 to b, -1 to a, -2 to c.. then solve it

Answer 7

okay thank you!

Answer 8

welcome :)