How to use the difference of two square to solve a quadratic equation

How to use the difference of two square to solve a quadratic equation

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Mathematics, Information Technology (IT), Architecture

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to solve a quadratic equation using the difference of squares method. It begins with an introduction to the quadratic equation and its components, followed by an explanation of the diamond method for factoring. The tutorial then focuses on identifying squared numbers and using the difference of squares method to factor the equation. Finally, it demonstrates solving the equation to find the solutions, emphasizing the importance of setting the equation to zero and checking the results using the FOIL method.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the value of the middle term B in the quadratic equation discussed?

12

0

36

144

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which method is mentioned as challenging due to large number multiplication?

Completing the square

Graphing

Diamond method

FOIL method

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the square root of C in the equation?

144

36

6

12

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What mathematical concept is used to factor the equation in the second section?

Sum of cubes

Difference of squares

Quadratic formula

Synthetic division

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the solutions for X after solving the equation?

X = 0 and X = 2

X = -2 and X = 2

X = -1 and X = 1

X = -3 and X = 3