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Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation · Unit 1: Number and Algebra

Solving equations with technology

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Quadratic formula evaluated with technology

[Maximum mark: 4]Calculator allowedThe quadratic formula is given byx=−b±b2−4ac2ax=\frac{-b\pm\sqrt{b^2-4ac}}{2a}For the values a=1.6a=1.6, b=−3.2b=-3.2 and c=−2.88c=-2.88(a) Calculate the value of xx. Write down only the positive value of xx. Write down your full calculator display.[2](b) Give your answer to part (a) correct to(i) three decimal places.(ii) three significant figures[2]

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