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Describe how to use the discriminant of a quadratic equation.

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The discriminant can be used to find how many roots are in an equation.

Explanation:

The discriminant can be used to find how many roots are in an equation. The discriminant is √(b²-4ac), using the equation y=ax²+bx+c, and a, b, and c are coefficients.

If the discriminant is greater than zero (d>0), then there are 2 roots.

If the discriminant is equal to zero (d=0), then there is 1 root.

If the discriminant is less than zero (d<0), then there are no roots.

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