Math Problem Statement

4x^2-15x+7

Solution

To solve the quadratic equation 4x215x+74x^2 - 15x + 7, we can use the quadratic formula: x=b±b24ac2ax = \frac{-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a} where a=4a = 4, b=15b = -15, and c=7c = 7.

  1. Calculate the discriminant (b24acb^2 - 4ac): (15)2447=225112=113(-15)^2 - 4 \cdot 4 \cdot 7 = 225 - 112 = 113

  2. Substitute the values into the quadratic formula: x=15±1138x = \frac{15 \pm \sqrt{113}}{8}

Therefore, the solutions are: x=15+1138x = \frac{15 + \sqrt{113}}{8} x=151138x = \frac{15 - \sqrt{113}}{8}

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Tip: When using the quadratic formula, always check the discriminant (b24acb^2 - 4ac) first. If it is negative, the equation has complex roots.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Equations

Formulas

Quadratic formula

Theorems

Quadratic formula

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12