Math Problem Statement

Solve the quadratic equation 2x - x^2 = 1

Solution

The equation in the image is:

2xx2=12x - x^2 = 1

This is a quadratic equation. To solve it, we can rearrange it into the standard form ax2+bx+c=0ax^2 + bx + c = 0.

Steps to solve:

  1. Rearrange the equation: x2+2x1=0-x^2 + 2x - 1 = 0 Multiply the entire equation by 1-1 to simplify: x22x+1=0x^2 - 2x + 1 = 0

  2. Now we have the equation x22x+1=0x^2 - 2x + 1 = 0. This can be factored as: (x1)2=0(x - 1)^2 = 0

  3. Solve for xx: x1=0x - 1 = 0 x=1x = 1

Thus, the solution is x=1x = 1.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are five related questions you could explore:

  1. How do you solve quadratic equations using the quadratic formula?
  2. What are the different methods of solving quadratic equations (e.g., completing the square)?
  3. What are the characteristics of a quadratic equation with a double root?
  4. How do you graph quadratic functions, and what does the vertex represent?
  5. Can quadratic equations always be factored, and what if they cannot?

Tip: Always check if a quadratic can be factored easily before using other methods like the quadratic formula.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Quadratic Equations
Factoring

Formulas

Standard form of a quadratic equation ax^2 + bx + c = 0

Theorems

Factoring and roots of quadratic equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10