What is the discriminant in a quadratic equation?
Discriminant

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The discriminant is a value calculated from the coefficients of a quadratic equation in the form ax² + bx + c, given by the formula D = b² - 4ac. It helps determine the nature of the roots.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If the discriminant is greater than zero, what can be said about the solutions of the quadratic equation?
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There are two distinct real solutions.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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If the discriminant is equal to zero, what does this indicate about the solutions?
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There is exactly one real solution, also known as a repeated or double root.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does a negative discriminant indicate about the solutions of a quadratic equation?
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There are no real solutions; the solutions are complex or imaginary.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Calculate the discriminant for the quadratic equation 3x² + 6x + 2 = 0.
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D = 6² - 4(3)(2) = 36 - 24 = 12 (positive, so two real solutions).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the significance of the discriminant in graphing a quadratic function?
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The discriminant helps determine the number of x-intercepts (real solutions) of the graph of the quadratic function.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the value of the discriminant affect the vertex of the parabola?
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The discriminant does not directly affect the vertex, but it indicates whether the parabola intersects the x-axis at 0, 1, or 2 points.
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