Solve using the quadratic formula with complex solutions

What is the first step in solving a quadratic equation using the quadratic formula?

• Find the sum of a, b, and c

• Calculate the square root of b

• Label the coefficients a, b, and c

• Multiply a and c

What does the discriminant help determine in a quadratic equation?

• The product of the roots

• The nature of the roots

• The vertex of the parabola

• The sum of the roots

How is the discriminant calculated in a quadratic equation?

• a^2 - b^2 + c^2

• a^2 + b^2 - c^2

• 2a + 3b - 4c

• b^2 - 4ac

What type of roots does a quadratic equation have if the discriminant is negative?

• No roots

• Two complex roots

• One real root

• Two real roots

When solving a quadratic equation with a negative discriminant, what mathematical concept is used?

• Integer number system

• Rational number system

• Real number system

• Complex number system