Math Problem Statement
Use factorising to solve the equation: x^2 - 2x = 0
Solution
The problem presented is to solve the quadratic equation by factoring.
Solution:
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Factorize the equation: The equation is . To factorize:
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Solve for : Using the zero product property, set each factor equal to 0: Solve the second equation:
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Solutions: The solutions to the equation are:
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Here are some related questions for further practice:
- How do you solve quadratic equations that can't be factored easily?
- Can this equation be solved by completing the square? If so, how?
- What is the graph of , and how do the solutions relate to its x-intercepts?
- How does the discriminant of a quadratic equation help determine the number of solutions?
- What is the difference between solving by factoring and solving using the quadratic formula?
Tip: Always check if a quadratic equation can be factored easily before using other methods like completing the square or the quadratic formula.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Quadratic Equations
Factoring
Formulas
x^2 - bx = 0 can be factored as x(x - b) = 0
Theorems
Zero Product Property
Suitable Grade Level
Grade 8-10