Math Problem Statement

find the quadratic equation given the roots (3, -4)

Solution

To find the quadratic equation given the roots 33 and 4-4, we can use the fact that a quadratic equation with roots r1r_1 and r2r_2 can be written as:

(xr1)(xr2)=0(x - r_1)(x - r_2) = 0

In this case, r1=3r_1 = 3 and r2=4r_2 = -4, so the equation becomes:

(x3)(x+4)=0(x - 3)(x + 4) = 0

Now, expand the product:

x2+4x3x12=0x^2 + 4x - 3x - 12 = 0

Simplifying:

x2+x12=0x^2 + x - 12 = 0

Thus, the quadratic equation is:

x2+x12=0x^2 + x - 12 = 0

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. How would the quadratic equation change if the roots were 55 and 22?
  2. What is the general form of a quadratic equation?
  3. How do you find the vertex of a quadratic equation?
  4. Can you determine the axis of symmetry for x2+x12=0x^2 + x - 12 = 0?
  5. What role does the discriminant play in quadratic equations?

Tip: You can always check your quadratic equation by substituting the roots back into the equation to verify.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Equations
Roots of Equations

Formulas

Quadratic equation formula: (x - r1)(x - r2) = 0

Theorems

Root-Factor Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10