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Determine the nature of the solutions to the equation: x2 - 3x = 6

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Answer:

One Solution

Step-by-step explanation: when x is equal to one number it is defined as one solution. I hoped I answered correctly. please comment if I haven't

User Denton
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Answer: The solution is two distinct real zeros.

Explanation:

Subtract 6 from both sides:


x^2-3x-6=6-6\\x^2-3x-6=0

Calculate the discriminant:


D=b^2-4ac

Where:

a=1

b=-3

c=-6

Then:


D=(-3)^2-4(1)(-6)=33

By definition, when
D>0 the solution is two distinct real zeros.

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