Question 14
Quadratic EquationsWhat is the smaller value of x for which x2 − 3x + 2 = 0?
- A.1
- B.2
- C.3
- D.4
- E.5.
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Answer: A (1)
Explanation
x² − 3x + 2 = (x − 1)(x − 2) = 0, so x = 1 or 2. The smaller is 1.
What is the smaller value of x for which x2 − 3x + 2 = 0?
Answer: A (1)
x² − 3x + 2 = (x − 1)(x − 2) = 0, so x = 1 or 2. The smaller is 1.