Question

Which quadratic formula do I need to use to solve 2x(x+1.5)=-1

Answer 1

x = - 1, x = - 0.5

Explanation:

Given

2x(x + 1.5) = - 1 ← distribute parenthesis on left side

2x² + 3x = - 1 ( add 1 to both sides )

2x² + 3x + 1 = 0 ← in standard form

(2x + 1)(x + 1) = 0 ← in factored form

Equate each factor to zero and solve for x

x + 1 = 0 ⇒ x = - 1

2x + 1 = 0 ⇒ 2x = - 1 ⇒ x = - 0.5