Solve for u. u2−17u−18=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas. u=__
Q. Solve for u. u2−17u−18=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas. u=__
Identify Quadratic Equation: Identify the quadratic equation to be solved.The given quadratic equation is u2−17u−18=0.We need to find two numbers that multiply to −18 and add up to −17.
Factor Quadratic Equation: Factor the quadratic equation.To factor u2−17u−18=0, we look for two numbers that multiply to give −18 and add to give −17. The numbers −18 and 1 satisfy these conditions because −18×1=−18 and −18+1=−17.So, we can write the equation as (u−18)(u+1)=0.
Solve Using Zero Product Property: Solve for u using the zero product property.If (u−18)(u+1)=0, then either u−18=0 or u+1=0.
Solve First Equation: Solve the first equation u−18=0. Add 18 to both sides to isolate u. u−18+18=0+18u=18
Solve Second Equation: Solve the second equation u+1=0.Subtract 1 from both sides to isolate u.u+1−1=0−1u=−1
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