Question

1. Using the rational root theorem, list the possible zeros:

Using p/q list all the possible zeros of the following equation: 3x^2 – 7 = 0.

Hint: there are 8 correct answers.

Suggested format for answer:

List factors of p:

List factors of q:

List possible zeros: +/- p/q

May also use a punnet square to show 8 possible answers as shown in class:



Show your work

Answer 1

Below.

Explanation:

p = +/- 1, +/- 7.

q = +/- 1 , +/- 3.

p/q = +/- 1, +/- 1/3, +, +/- 7, +/-7/3.