The quadratic formula is
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From the problem, a is 1, b is -1, and c is 12. Plugging in these values gives:

Because there is a square root of a negative number, there is no solution.
I think 6x+7x because i think u distribute
My best guess is that 73 cartons are needed. Here's how:
876/12 ( because the jugs are shipped in cartons containing 12) = 73
This is just a guess, I'm sorry if someone proves me wrong, but this is what I have.
let's say the bill without the tip is "x" amount, so that'd be the 100% of the bill, but we also know that 4.50 is the 18% of "x".
so if 4.50 is the 18% of "x", how much is "x"?
