What are Roots of a Quadratic Equation?
The roots of a quadratic equation are the solutions to the equation where it equals zero. Basically, it's where the parabola hits the x-axis!
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Think of the roots of a quadratic equation as the x-values that make the equation zero. These are also called the 'zeros' of the function.
Roots, zeros, solutions鈥攖hey're all the same thing in a quadratic equation! They tell you where the graph crosses the x-axis.
The roots are the x-values where the quadratic equation touches or crosses the x-axis. They're vital for solving real-world problems.
Roots? Just fancy talk for where your quadratic equation equals zero. Simple as that!
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