If x = 6 is the only x-intercept of the graph of a quadratic equation, which statement best describes the discriminant of the equation? The discriminant is 0. The discriminant is 6. The discriminant is positive. The discriminant is negative.

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6 June, 09:49

If x = 6 is the only x-intercept of the graph of a quadratic equation, which statement best describes the discriminant of the equation? The discriminant is 0. The discriminant is 6. The discriminant is positive. The discriminant is negative.

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Kristen Mccullough · Answer 1

The discriminant is 0

Step-by-step explanation:

If the discriminant is 0 then there is exactly one intercept with the x-axis. This is exactly what is stated in this question, and that is why the discriminant must be 0.