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Solve the given problems. All numbers are accurate to at least two significant digits. Use the discriminant b2 4ac to determine if the equation 90x 2 123x + 40 = 0 can be solved by factoring. Explain why

Solve the given problems. All numbers are accurate to at least two significant digits.

Use the discriminant b2 − 4ac to determine if the equation 90x 2 − 123x + 40 = 0 can be solved by factoring. Explain why or why not. Do not solve.

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Chapter # 7- Quadratic Equations
Section: Exercises 7.3
Problem: 43
Posted Date: March 22, 2023 08:58:16
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