Solve using the quadratic formula.7r2−3r−4=0Write your answers as integers, proper or improper fractions in simplest form, or decimals rounded to the nearest hundredth.r=_____ or r=_____
Q. Solve using the quadratic formula.7r2−3r−4=0Write your answers as integers, proper or improper fractions in simplest form, or decimals rounded to the nearest hundredth.r=_____ or r=_____
Quadratic Formula: The quadratic formula is given by r=2a−b±b2−4ac, where a, b, and c are the coefficients of the terms in the quadratic equationax2+bx+c=0. In this case, a=7, b=−3, and c=−4.
Calculate Discriminant: First, calculate the discriminant, which is the part under the square root in the quadratic formula: b2−4ac. Here, it is (−3)2−4(7)(−4).
Discriminant Calculation: Perform the calculation: (−3)2−4(7)(−4)=9−(−112)=9+112=121.
Apply Quadratic Formula: Since the discriminant is positive, there will be two real solutions. Now, apply the quadratic formula with the calculated discriminant.
Calculate Solutions: Calculate the two solutions using the quadratic formula:r=2×7−(−3)±121r=143±121
Simplify Square Root: Simplify the square root of 121, which is 11: r=(3±11)/14
Find Two Solutions: Now, find the two solutions by adding and subtracting 11 from 3 and then dividing by 14: First solution: r=(3+11)/14=14/14=1 Second solution: r=(3−11)/14=−8/14=−4/7 after simplifying the fraction.
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