The value of b^2-4ac is known as the discriminant of a quadratic function, and can tell you how many roots exist of this function depending on what it is equal to.
Start by moving the -1 to the other side, as we need this function to equal zero.
2x^2 + 3x + 1 = 0
This is now the standard form ax^2 + bx + c = 0. Plug each value that corresponds into the discriminant equation.
b^2-4ac
(3)^2 - 4(2)(1)
9 - 8
1
The value of the discriminant is 1, meaning that two real roots exist for the function described.
Answer:
0.9625
Step-by-step explanation:
Answer: I believe it's 6 5/8
Step-by-step explanation:
To fond the area of a trapezoid, add the top and bottom together, divide that by 2, than multiply by the height.
Area = (8+12)/2 = 20/2 = 10
10 x 9 = 90 square centimeters.
