Math Problem Statement
given the roots below, write the quadratic equation form ax²+bx+c=0 a.5 and 9 b.-⅔ and ¾ c.2+-√3 over 3
Solution
To write the quadratic equation in the form given the roots, you can use the fact that if and are the roots, the equation can be written as:
Expanding this, we get:
So, let's compute the quadratic equations for the given roots:
a. Roots: and
Using the formula:
Expanding:
So, the quadratic equation is:
b. Roots: and
Using the formula:
Expanding:
To eliminate fractions, multiply by 12:
So, the quadratic equation is:
c. Roots: and
Using the formula:
This is a difference of squares:
Expanding:
Simplifying:
To eliminate fractions, multiply by 9:
So, the quadratic equation is:
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Tip: Always check your final quadratic equation by expanding the factors to ensure that it matches the original roots.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Quadratic Equations
Roots of Equations
Factorization
Formulas
Quadratic equation formula ax^2 + bx + c = 0
Factoring quadratic equations
Theorems
Vieta's formulas
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12