Solve for q.q2+13q−14=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas.q = ____
Q. Solve for q.q2+13q−14=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas.q = ____
Identify Quadratic Equation: Identify the quadratic equation to be solved.The given quadratic equation is q2+13q−14=0. We need to find values of q that satisfy this equation.
Factor Equation: Factor the quadratic equation.We need to find two numbers that multiply to −14 and add up to 13. The numbers 14 and −1 satisfy these conditions because 14×(−1)=−14 and 14+(−1)=13.
Write Factored Form: Write the factored form of the equation.The equation q2+13q−14=0 can be factored as (q+14)(q−1)=0.
Solve Using Zero Product Property: Solve for q using the zero product property.If (q+14)(q−1)=0, then either q+14=0 or q−1=0.
Solve First Equation: Solve the first equation q+14=0.Subtract 14 from both sides to isolate q.q+14−14=0−14q=−14
Solve Second Equation: Solve the second equation q−1=0. Add 1 to both sides to isolate q. q−1+1=0+1q=1
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