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26 November, 14:37

Explain why 3x^2+kx-1 is never always positive for any value of k

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  1. 26 November, 14:58
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    Hello:

    (3x²+kx-1) is a quadratic polynome when : a = 3, b=k, c = - 1

    the discriminat Δ = b²-4ac ≥ 0 because ac = - 3 < 0

    -4ac >0 and b² ≥0

    the quadratic polynome has : 2 solutios or 1 solution (Change of sign)

    conclusion : is never always positive for any value of k
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