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Paladin
Paladin asked in Science & MathematicsMathematics · 1 decade ago

Simple quadratic function problem - that i just can't solve... help?!?

Consider the equation (1+2k)x^2 - 10x + k - 2 = 0

k € R

Find the set of values of k for which the equation has real roots.

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  • iyiogrenci
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago
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    delta >0

    b^2-4ac>0

    Solve

    100-4(k-2)(1+2k)>0

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