Solving Quadratics By Factorising

This video tutorial introduces quadratic equations, focusing on solving them by factorization. It explains the structure of quadratics, different solving methods, and provides a detailed guide on factorization. The video includes practice problems and highlights the importance of setting the equation to zero to find roots. It concludes with a summary and suggests further learning resources.

What are the three main components of a quadratic equation?

• x squared term, x term, and a constant

• x cubed term, x squared term, and a constant

• x term, y term, and a constant

• x squared term, y term, and a constant

Which method is NOT mentioned as a way to solve quadratic equations?

• Completing the square

• Using the quadratic formula

• Graphing

• Factorizing

What is the term used to describe the solutions of a quadratic equation?

• Extremes

• Vertices

• Intercepts

• Roots

When factorizing a quadratic equation, what should each factor be set to in order to find the roots?

• One

• Zero

• Negative one

• Infinity

What should you do if a quadratic equation cannot be factorized?

• Use a calculator

• Use the quadratic formula or complete the square

• Try a different factorization method

• Ignore the equation