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List the values for a , b , and c from the quadratic above x^2+3x-4=0

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Answer:

1, 3, -4

Explanation:

Second-degree functions are known as quadratics.

Quadratic Functions

Quadratic functions are second-degree. This means that the highest exponent of any term is 2. When graphed, quadratic functions form parabolas, which look like U-shape.

To find the a, b, and c values of a quadratic, the function must be set equal to zero and in standard form. Remember that standard form is when the terms are written in descending order of degree (exponent). This equation given is already set equal to zero and in standard form.

Standard Form

When in standard form, quadratics are written like ax^2+bx+c. The coefficients go in alphabetic order.

  • The a-value is always the coefficient of x^2
  • The b-value is always the coefficient of x
  • The c-value is always the constant

This means that for the given equation: a = 1, b = 3, c = -4. These values can be used in different ways, mainly the quadratic equation.

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