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Find the discriminant of the quadratic equation and indicate the number of roots: x^2+5x−6=0

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Answer:

49.

2 roots.

Explanation:

x^2+5x−6=0

Discriminant = b^2 - 4ac

= 5^2 - 4*1*-6

= 49

It is positive so there are 2 roots.

User DKebler
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Answer: 49, 2 roots

Explanation:

b^2-4ac= ?

25-4*-6*1=

25+24=49

49>0

Theres 2 roots

User DarioRega
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