Math Problem Statement

Solve f(x) = x^4 - 3x^3 - 5x^2 + 9x - 2 = 0, one root being 2 + √3.

Solution

You have provided a polynomial equation f(x)=x43x35x2+9x2f(x) = x^4 - 3x^3 - 5x^2 + 9x - 2 and mentioned that one root of this equation is 2+32 + \sqrt{3}. Given the rational root theorem, the conjugate 232 - \sqrt{3} should also be a root of the polynomial. I will verify this and proceed to find the remaining roots of the equation.

Let's first confirm that 2+32 + \sqrt{3} and 232 - \sqrt{3} are indeed roots of the polynomial by substituting these values into the polynomial. Then, I will factor the polynomial to find the other roots.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polynomial Equations
Factoring
Algebra

Formulas

Polynomial equation: ax^4 + bx^3 + cx^2 + dx + e = 0
Factor theorem: If p is a root, (x - p) is a factor

Theorems

Rational Root Theorem
Conjugate Root Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12