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4.6 Quadratic Formula What THREE methods have we used so far to solve quadratics? Today you will learn the 4 th and LAST method used for solving quadratics!
Quadratic Formula
Study Tip Although factoring may be an easier method to solve some equations, the Quadratic Formula can be used to solve ANY quadratic!
Solving with Quadratic Formula
You Try!
Solving with Quadratic Formula
You Try!!!
Solving with Quadratic Formula
You Try!!!
Discriminant The value under the square root is called the discriminant. We can use the discriminant to confirm the number and type of solutions.
Discriminants
Examples
Homework Lesson 4.6 Pg. 270 #’s 21-22, 25-26, 28-30