Real math help.
What is the Quadratic Formula?
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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!
Background Tutorials
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Defining Quadratic Equations
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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!
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Solving Quadratics Using the Quadratic Formula
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How was the Quadratic Formula Derived?
Ever wonder how mathematicians came up with the quadratic formula? Wonder no more! This tutorial takes you through the process of deriving the quadratic formula, so even if you forget it on an exam, you'll be able to derive it and then use it to solve your quadratic equation! Check it out!
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Further Exploration
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Solving Quadratics Using the Quadratic Formula
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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!
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