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Use the quadratic formula to solve 2x^2-5x-12. Show your work. Then describe the solution.

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1 answer:

Mariulka [41]3 years ago

4 0

Answer:

x = 4, -1.5

Step-by-step explanation:

2x² - 5x - 12 = 0

2x² - 8x + 3x - 12 = 0

2x(x - 4) + 3(x - 4) = 0

(x - 4)(2x + 3) = 0

x = 4, -1.5

The graph cuts the x-axis at x = 4 and x = -1.5

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