Quadratic Formula
The Formula
Example 2
Solve the quadratic equation 2x2 + 3x + 12 = 0 by using the quadratic formula.
Step 1. Determine the values of a, b, and c.
For this equation a = 2, b = 3, and c = 12.
Step 2. Substitute the values of a, b, and c into the formula.
Step 3. Simplify.
