Determine the roots of the quadratic function with fraction coefficients

The video discusses a common student issue with fractions and offers a method to eliminate them by multiplying through by the denominator. It explains reciprocal multiplication to cancel fractions and demonstrates factoring to find zeros of an equation. The teacher uses a relatable approach to make the math concepts more accessible.

What is a common reason students dislike math, according to the teacher?

• Calculus

• Fractions

• Geometry

• Algebra

What is the first step in finding the zeros of an equation?

• Subtracting terms

• Dividing by the highest coefficient

• Setting the equation to zero

• Adding terms

How can you eliminate fractions in an equation?

• Multiply by the reciprocal of the denominator

• Divide by the numerator

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator

• Add the numerator to the denominator

What are the zeros of the equation X^2 + X - 2?

• X = -1 and X = 0

• X = 2 and X = -1

• X = -2 and X = 1

• X = 0 and X = 2

What is the multiplicity of the zeros found in the equation?

• Multiplicity of 2

• Multiplicity of 3

• Multiplicity of 1

• Multiplicity of 0