Start by identifying the values of a, b, and c. Be sure that all of the terms of are on the same side and in the correct order for the standard form of a quadratic function.
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To solve the given equation by factoring, we will start by identifying the values of a, b, and c.
4x^2=36 ⇔ 4x^2+( - 36)=0
Notice that this equation follows a special pattern. It can be factored as a difference of squares.
We found that the solutions to the given equation are x=- 3 and x=3. To check our answer, we will graph the related functions y=4x^2-36 and y=4(x+3)(x-3) in the same coordinate plane using a graphing calculator.
We see that only one graph appears. This means that both graphs coincide. We can see that the x-intercepts are - 3 and 3. Therefore, are solutions are correct. âś“
