Math Problem Statement

t²+10t+9=0 by step

Solution

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  1. Identify the quadratic equation: The equation is given as t2+10t+9=0t^2 + 10t + 9 = 0.

  2. Factorize the quadratic equation: We need to find two numbers that multiply to the constant term (+9) and add to the coefficient of the linear term (+10).

    These numbers are +1 and +9, since 1×9=91 \times 9 = 9 and 1+9=101 + 9 = 10.

    So, the equation can be factorized as: (t+1)(t+9)=0(t + 1)(t + 9) = 0

  3. Solve for the roots: Set each factor equal to zero: t+1=0ort+9=0t + 1 = 0 \quad \text{or} \quad t + 9 = 0 Solving these gives: t=1ort=9t = -1 \quad \text{or} \quad t = -9

  4. Verify the solutions: Substitute t=1t = -1 and t=9t = -9 back into the original equation to ensure they satisfy it.

    For t=1t = -1: (1)2+10(1)+9=110+9=0(-1)^2 + 10(-1) + 9 = 1 - 10 + 9 = 0

    For t=9t = -9: (9)2+10(9)+9=8190+9=0(-9)^2 + 10(-9) + 9 = 81 - 90 + 9 = 0

    Both values satisfy the original equation, so the solutions are correct.

  5. Conclusion: The solutions to the equation t2+10t+9=0t^2 + 10t + 9 = 0 are t=1t = -1 and t=9t = -9.

Would you like more details on any of these steps, or do you have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to expand your understanding:

  1. How do you factorize a quadratic equation if it cannot be easily factored?
  2. What is the quadratic formula and how is it used to solve quadratic equations?
  3. Can you solve a quadratic equation by completing the square? How?
  4. What are the implications of the discriminant in a quadratic equation?
  5. How can quadratic equations be applied to real-world problems?

Tip: Always check if the quadratic equation can be factored easily before using more complex methods like the quadratic formula or completing the square.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Equations

Formulas

Quadratic equation formula ax^2 + bx + c = 0

Theorems

Quadratic formula

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12