Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 8 - Section 8.2 - Solving Quadratic Equations by the Quadratic Formula - Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check - Page 491: 8

Answer

radicand, solving, standard

Work Step by Step

The discriminant is the radicand in the quadratic formula and can be used to find the number and type of solutions of a quadratic equation without solving the equation. To use the discriminant, the quadratic equation needs to be written in standard form.
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