Practice - Case 1: No Real Roots
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Practice Questions
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Find the roots of the equation \(x^2 + 4x + 5 = 0\) and determine the nature of the roots.
💡 Hint: Calculate the discriminant to see if it is less than zero.
Does the inequality \(x^2 - 3 > 0\) have solutions? If so, where?
💡 Hint: Factor or use the quadratic formula.
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What does a negative discriminant indicate about a quadratic equation?
💡 Hint: Remember what the discriminant tells us about intersecting points.
True or False: A parabola that opens downwards will always result in a true inequality.
💡 Hint: Consider the implications of direction and roots.
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Challenge Problems
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Evaluate how the nature of roots impacts the feasibility of solutions in a business model involving fixed costs represented by the quadratic \(x^2 + 5x + 6\). What is the broader implication?
💡 Hint: Check the discriminant first to classify roots.
Discuss the implications of the inequality \(-2x^2 + 3x + 5 \geq 0\) when analyzed for real-world applications. What could this represent?
💡 Hint: Graphing may yield insights into solution intervals.
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