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Use the discriminant to determine the nature of the roots of a quadratic equation.
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Example: Use the discriminant to determine whether
has distinct real roots.
General Information
Subject Area: X-Mathematics (former standards - 2008)
Grade: 912
Body of Knowledge: Algebra
Idea: Level 1: Recall
Standard: Quadratic Equations - Draw graphs of quadratic functions. Solve quadratic equations and solve these equations by factoring, completing the square, and by using the quadratic formula. Use graphing calculators to find approximate solutions of quadratic equations.
Date Adopted or Revised: 09/07
Content Complexity Rating:
Level 1: Recall
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Date of Last Rating: 06/07
Status: State Board Approved - Archived
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