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How many solutions does x^2 - 5x + 40 = 0 have? Choices: 0, 1 (double root), or 2?

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Answer:

0 real roots or 2 complex roots

Explanation:

Discriminant: b² - 4ac

If d > 0, then there are 2 real zeros

If d = 0, then there is 1 real zero

If d < 0, then there are 0 real zeros and 2 complex/imaginary zeros

Simply substitute a = 1, b = -5, and c = 40

Our d should equal -135, showing us we have 0 real roots and 2 complex ones.

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