Question

Solve the quadratic equation for x what is one of its roots 3x2-14x-5=0

Answer 1

x = -1/3 x=5

Explanation:

3x^2-14x-5=0

(3x+1) (x-5)=0

Using the zero product property

3x+1 =0 (x-5)=0

3x=-1 x=5

x = -1/3 x=5