How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using the Quadratic Formula?

How Do You Solve a Word Problem Using the Quadratic Formula?

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  • quadratic
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Background Tutorials

  • Evaluating Expressions

      • What is a Variable?What is a Variable?

      What is a Variable?

      You can't do algebra without working with variables, but variables can be confusing. If you've ever wondered what variables are, then this tutorial is for you!

  • Volume Formulas

      • What is Volume?What is Volume?

      What is Volume?

      When you fill a jar with marbles or fill a pool with water, you are taking up volume! In this tutorial, you’ll be introduced to volume and learn what it really means. Take a look!

      • What is the Formula for the Volume of a Prism?What is the Formula for the Volume of a Prism?

      What is the Formula for the Volume of a Prism?

      Trying to find the volume of a prism? Did you know that there's a formula to find that volume? In this tutorial, you'll learn about the formula for the volume of a prism. Check it out!

  • FOIL and Multiplying Binomials

  • Simplifying Expressions

      • What are Like Terms?What are Like Terms?

      What are Like Terms?

      Combining like terms together is a key part of simplifying mathematical expressions, so check out this tutorial to see how you can easily pick out like terms from an expression

  • Defining Quadratic Equations

      • What is a Quadratic Equation?What is a Quadratic Equation?

      What is a Quadratic Equation?

      You can't go through algebra without seeing quadratic equations. The graphs of quadratic equations are parabolas; they tend to look like a smile or a frown. There's also a bunch of ways to solve these equations! Watch this tutorial and get introduced to quadratic equations!

  • Solving Quadratics Using the Quadratic Formula

      • How Do You Solve a Quadratic Equation by Using the Quadratic Formula?How Do You Solve a Quadratic Equation by Using the Quadratic Formula?

      How Do You Solve a Quadratic Equation by Using the Quadratic Formula?

      One of the many ways you can solve a quadratic equation is by using the quadratic formula. The quadratic formula is usually chosen when the other methods won't work or are difficult to use. In this tutorial, see how to solve a quadratic equation using the quadratic formula!

      • What is the Quadratic Formula?What is the Quadratic Formula?

      What is the Quadratic Formula?

      If you're solving quadratic equations, knowing the quadratic formula is a MUST! This formula is normally used when no other methods for solving quadratics can be reasonably used. In this tutorial, learn about the quadratic formula and see it used to solve a quadratic equation. Take a look!

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