Functions Modeling Change: A Preparation for Calculus, 5th Edition

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Chapter 3 - Quadratic Functions - Exercises for Skills for Completing the Square - Page 138: 38

Answer

$z=-2$ or $z= \pm \sqrt{3}$

Work Step by Step

Rewrite the equation to equal zero, and factor by grouping. $$ \begin{aligned} z^3+2 z^2-3 z-6 & =0 \\ z^2(z+2)-3(z+2) & =0 \\ (z+2)\left(z^2-3\right) & =0 \end{aligned} $$ So, $z+2=0$ or $z^2-3=0$, thus $z=-2$ or $z= \pm \sqrt{3}$.
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