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By using the quadratic equation formula or by completing the square
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When must the quadratic formula be used in algebra?
You'll typically use it when solving a quadratic equation - when factoring isn't obvious.
How do you solve for x?
Solving for any variable in an equation differs from equation to equation. You can use various methods such as the quadratic formula, factoring, brute force algebra etc.ExampleSolve x in the the equation logx8=3/2 Answer(5(root(10)))/4
What are the five methods for solving a quadratic?
I guess you mean the standard quadratic equation, of the form ax^2 + bx + c = 0.There are three main algebraic methods, namely: * Factoring * Completing the square * Using the quadratic formula Since you want five, here are a few more, but they are usually not very convenient to use for this particular type of equation: * Trial and error * Graphic the equation * Diverse iterative methods, such as Newton's method, etc.
What are some methods of solving quadratic equations?
Here are some methods you can use:* Trial and error. This works especially well if the solution is a small integer. * Factoring. You must first write the equation in such a form that you have zero on the right. * Completing the square. * Using the quadratic formula. The last two methods work in all cases. The quadratic formula is easier to work with in the general case.
Why do mathmaticians use the quadratic formula?
To find the roots (solutions) of a quadratic equation.
