Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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

Chapter 8 - Section 8.1 - Solving Quadratic Equations by Completing the Square - Graphing Calculator Explorations - Page 481: 2

Answer

$x = -3.45$ or $x = 1.45$

Work Step by Step

You are given the quadratic equation $x(x+2)=5$. Input this into a graphic calculator, and look specifically at points the line intercepts the x-axis. In this case, the intercepts are $x= -3.449$ and $x=1.449$. Round these to the nearest hundredth or to $2$ decimal places, so $x= -3.45$ and $x=1.45$.
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