The discriminant is b^2 -4ac
a = 1
b = -2
c = 4
discriminant = 4 -4 * 1 * 4 =
4 -16 =
-12
I get MINUS 12 as the answer but that isn't one of the choices.
For this case we propose a system of equations:
x: Let the variable representing the quantity of Granny Smith apples
y: Let the variable representing the number of Gala apples
According to the statement we have:

From the first equation we have to:

replacing in the second equation:

So, Carl bought 7 Gala apples
On the other hand:

So, Carl bought 12 Granny Smith apples
Answer:
Carl bought 7 Gala apples and 12 Granny Smith apples
Step-by-step explanation:
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