Make sure you write all the terms on the left-hand side of the equation and simplify as much as possible before using the Quadratic Formula.
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We will use the Quadratic Formula to solve the given quadratic equation.
ax^2+ bx+ c=0 ⇔ x=- b± sqrt(b^2-4 a c)/2 a
Let's start by rewriting the equation so all of the terms are on the left-hand side and then simplify as much as possible.
Now, we can identify the values of a, b, and c.
10x^2-13x-3=0
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10x^2+( - 13)x+( - 3)=0
We see that a= 10, b= - 13, and c= - 3. Let's substitute these values into the Quadratic Formula.
