Math Problem Statement
find the quadratic polynomial the sum and product of whose zeroes are -3 and 2 respectively
Solution
The general form of a quadratic polynomial when the sum and product of its zeroes are given can be written as:
Here, the given sum of the zeroes is and the product of the zeroes is . Substituting these values into the formula:
Simplify:
Thus, the quadratic polynomial is:
Would you like me to explain further or verify by solving for the roots?
Here are five related questions to explore:
- How do you verify that given roots satisfy the polynomial?
- Can you derive the quadratic equation if roots are given explicitly instead of their sum and product?
- What is the relationship between coefficients and roots in any polynomial?
- How do you factorize a quadratic polynomial like ?
- What is the graphical interpretation of the sum and product of the roots?
Tip: The coefficient of in a quadratic equation is always .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Quadratic Polynomials
Roots of Quadratic Equations
Formulas
General form of a quadratic polynomial: p(x) = x^2 - (sum of roots)x + (product of roots)
Theorems
Relationship between roots and coefficients in a quadratic equation
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10