Determine the root of the equation by factoring 3x^2-x-4=0. I have both of the roots solved, but when I verify it does not come out to a zero. Why is this?

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Marcantonio · Answer 1 · 2023-07-25T23:25:36+0000

Answer:

The roots you found should be
(3x-4)(x+1)=0 , which shows that
$x = (4)/(3) \\ x=-1$

Explanation:

You likely messed up when trying to one or both of the roots back into the equation.