what does it mean when the directions says "solve each equation using the quadratic formula. leave solutions in radical form." then it shows the quadratic formula.

Question

im a high school student and i have a very strict teacher that does not give you alot of chances and if u dont do ur homework you have to call your parents and she would not take any excuses. so i need some to answer me right now.

Answer 1

A quadratic equation is in the form

y = ax² + bx + c

1) Identify what the numbers a, b, and c are

2) substitute them into the quadratic formula

x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / 2a

3) Use PEMDAS to simplify.