Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring Skill 57

Objective HSA-REI.4.b: Solve quadratic equations by graphing or factoring.

A zero of a function is a value of the x that makes the f(x) equal zero. The zeros of a function are the x-intercepts.

The solution to a quadratic equation of the form ax2 + bx + c = 0 are roots. The roots of an equation are the values of the variable that make the equation true. You can find the roots of some quadratic equations by factoring and applying the Zero Product Property.

Example: Finding Zeros by Factoring Find the zeros of the function by factoring. f(x) = x2 + 3x – 28 x2 + 3x – 28 = 0 Set the function equal to 0. (x + 4)(x – 7) = 0 Factor: Find factors of –12 that add to –4. x + 4 = 0 or x – 7 = 0 Apply the Zero Product Property. x= –4 or x = 7 Solve each equation.

Do It Yourself: Example Find the zeros of the function by factoring. f(x)= x2 – 7x + 6 x2 – 7x + 6 = 0 Set the function equal to 0. (x - 1)(x – 6) = 0 Factor: Find factors of –6 that add to –5. x - 1 = 0 or x – 6 = 0 Apply the Zero Product Property. x = 1 or x = 6 Solve each equation.

Do It Yourself: Example Find the zeros of the function by factoring. g(x) = x2 – 8x x2 – 8x = 0 Set the function to equal to 0. x(x – 8) = 0 Factor: The GCF is x. x = 0 or x – 8 = 0 Apply the Zero Product Property. x = 0 or x = 8 Solve each equation.

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