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Select the two values of x that are roots of the given polynomial below x^2+3x+5

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This polynomial has no real roots, since its discriminant < 0. This can be calculated as b^2-4ac = 9-4*5 = -11.


If you allow complex roots, they are:


x = - \frac12 i (√(11) - 3i)

and


x = \frac12 i (√(11) + 3i)
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