Question

Solve x2 + 5x – 3 = 0 using the quadratic formula.

Solve (2x – 1)2 = 8 using the quadratic formula.

A) x = –1∕2 + , x = –1∕2 –
B) x = 1∕2 + , x = 1∕2 –
C) x = 1∕2
D) x = –1∕2

Answer 1

d

Explanation:

distribute two through the parentheses

=4x-2

move the constant to the right side and change its sign

=4x=8+2

=4x=10

divide both sides by 4

x=5/2