WAEC Mathematics 2000 Question 49

Question 49

Quadratic Equations

Solve the equation 3 + 5x − 2x2 = 0

  1. A.−1/2, −3
  2. B.2, 3
  3. C.−2, 3
  4. D.−1/2, 3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (−1/2, 3)

Explanation

2x2 − 5x − 3 = (2x + 1)(x − 3) = 0, so x = −1/2 or 3.