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Solve using the quadratic formula: 2x^2 + 5x + 1

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Answer:

x = -0.22 or x = -2.28

Explanation:

2x^2 + 5x + 1 = 0

You use the quadratic formula: -b ±√5² - 4 x 2 x 1 ÷ (2 x 2)

-5 +√17 ÷ 4 = -0.22

-5 - √17 ÷ 4 = -2.28

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