E Maths Lecture Chapter 1: Solutions of Quadratic Equations
In this chapter you will learn... Solving Quadratic Equations by Factorisation Solution by Completing the Square Solution by Formula Problems involving Quadratic Equations
By Factorisation
Completing the Square Step 1 : Convert the coefficient of x 2 to 1 Step 2 : Bring c to the other side of the equation Step 3 : Add to both sides of the equation Step 4 : Factorise and simplify the equation Recall : The general form of a quadratic equation is
Practice
Imagine x 2 +22x... x x x x 11 ??
Do you understand ??
What happens if the coefficient of x 2 is not one??