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Understanding Quadratic Equations
Learn about quadratic equations and how to solve them.

A quadratic equation is a second-degree polynomial equation in a single variable x:

ax² + bx + c = 0

where a, b, and c are constants, and a ≠ 0.

Methods for Solving Quadratic Equations:

1. Quadratic Formula

x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / (2a)

This formula gives the roots of any quadratic equation.

2. Factoring

If the quadratic expression can be factored:

ax² + bx + c = a(x - r)(x - s)

Then r and s are the roots of the equation.