6. The Quadratic Formula and the Discriminant
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The discriminant of a quadratic equation is b^2-4ac.
Quadratic Equation: - 5x^2+20x-50=0
No, there are no real number solutions of the equation.
We will start by writing a quadratic equation modeling our earnings. Then, we will find the discriminant of the equation to check if it has any real solution.
Commutative Property of Addition
LHS-750=RHS-750
Substitute values
Calculate power
(- a)(- b)=a* b
(- a)b = - ab
Subtract term