Question

Write the equation 0.3x 2 + 5x - 7 = 0 in general form and then choose the value of "b."

Answer 1

3x^2 + 50x - 70 = 0

b = 50

Explanation:

0.3x^2 + 5x - 7 = 0

Multiply both sides by 10 to get rid of the decimal coefficient.

3x^2 + 50x - 70 = 0

b = 50