What is the discriminant of p2+6p+9=0

p^2+6p+9=0

The discriminant of a quadratic is the expression inside the radical of the quadratic formula.

b^2-4 (ac)

Substitute in the values of

a, b, and c.

6^2-4 (1⋅9)

Evaluate the result to find the discriminant.

36-4 (9)

36-36

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