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Write the quadratic equation whose roots are -6 and 5, and whose leading coefficient is 3.

(Use the letter x to represent the variable.)
= 0

User Zhujik
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hey there!

Given roots are-6,5

Sum of roots = -6+5 = -1

Product of roots = -6 x 5 = -30

Now the quadratic expression is


3x^(2)+x-30=0

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User Scarhand
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Answer:

The equation is 3x²-6x+5

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