Math Problem Statement

y^2=x^3-4x, solve for the x intercept

Solution

To find the x-intercept(s) of the equation y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x, we need to determine the values of xx when y=0y = 0.

Let's solve the equation step by step:

  1. Substitute y=0y = 0 into the equation: 02=x34x0^2 = x^3 - 4x

  2. Simplify the equation: 0=x34x0 = x^3 - 4x

  3. Factor the equation: 0=x(x24)0 = x(x^2 - 4) 0=x(x2)(x+2)0 = x(x - 2)(x + 2)

  4. Solve for xx: x=0orx=2orx=2x = 0 \quad \text{or} \quad x = 2 \quad \text{or} \quad x = -2

Therefore, the x-intercepts of the equation y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x are (0,0)(0, 0), (2,0)(2, 0), and (2,0)(-2, 0).

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Here are 8 related questions to further explore this topic:

  1. How do you find the vertex of the curve defined by y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x?
  2. What are the symmetry properties of the curve y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x?
  3. Can you find the points of intersection between y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x and another curve, such as y=xy = x?
  4. What is the general approach to finding the tangents to the curve y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x?
  5. How do you determine if the curve y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x has any asymptotes?
  6. How do you solve y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x for yy in terms of xx?
  7. How does the curve y2=x34xy^2 = x^3 - 4x compare to a standard parabola or cubic function?
  8. What is the significance of the discriminant in determining the nature of the roots of the equation x34x=0x^3 - 4x = 0?

Tip: When solving polynomial equations, factoring is a powerful tool for finding roots. If factoring is difficult, consider using the quadratic formula or other algebraic techniques.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Polynomial Equations
Graphing

Formulas

Quadratic Formula

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12