Roots of a Quadratic Equation

Definition of Roots of a Quadratic Equation

  • The solutions of a quadratic equation are called the roots of a quadratic equation.
Example on Roots of a Quadratic Equation
  • The solutions or the roots of the quadratic equation  are 2 and - 1.                                                                                                                                         

Solved Example on Roots of a Quadratic Equation

The graph represents the equation . Find the roots of the quadratic equation .

                             

Choices:

A. x = 3, x = 2

B. x = 3, x = - 2

C. x = - 6

D. x = - 6, x = 3, x = - 2

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Step 1: The roots of the quadratic equation  are 3 and – 2.

Related Terms for Roots of a Quadratic Equation

  • Quadratic Equation
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