Sullivan Algebra and Trigonometry: Section 1.3 Objectives of this Section Solve a Quadratic Equation by Factoring Know How to Complete the Square Solve a Quadratic Equation by Completing the Square Solve a Quadratic Equation Using the Quadratic Formula Solve Applied Problems
A quadratic equation is an equation equivalent to one of the form where a, b, and c are real numbers and a isn’t zero.
Solve the following equation using factoring Solution Set:
Solve: ( ) x + = 2 25 Solution set: {-7, 3}
Solve the following equation by completing the square:
Theorem Quadratic Formula
Discriminant of a Quadratic Equation
Find the real solutions, if any, of the following quadratic equation: