Finding Complex Roots using the Quadratic Formula
The instructor correctly identifies the "b" value as negative 6, but uses positive 6 as his value at one point in the quadratic formula. He still ends up with the correct solutions to the equation.
In this lesson, you will learn how to find the complex roots of a quadratic equation using the quadratic formula. The instructor demonstrates through an example equation, showing how to identify the values of A, B, and C and how to use them to solve the equation. They also explain the discriminant and how it can be used to determine the type of solutions you will get. Finally, the instructor simplifies the expression to get the final solution and explains how to factor it down to get the roots.
How to find the complex roots of an equation using the quadratic formula
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The intructor solves a quadratic equation using the quadratic formula. He then simplifies the imaginary solutions.
