Graciela was trying to solve the quadratic equation x2+2.5x-1.5=0 "I think I need to use the Quadratic Formula because of the decimals," she told Walter. Walter replied, "I'm sure there's another way! Can't we rewrite this equation so there aren't any decimals?"

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Camille Beasley

Mathematics

6 March, 15:07

Graciela was trying to solve the quadratic equation x2+2.5x-1.5=0 "I think I need to use the Quadratic Formula because of the decimals," she told Walter. Walter replied, "I'm sure there's another way! Can't we rewrite this equation so there aren't any decimals?"

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Regina Bartlett · Answer 1

The answer to your question is x² + 5/2x - 3/2 = 0

Step-by-step explanation:

Data

Quadratic equation x² + 2.5x - 1.5 = 0

Process

1. - Convert the decimals into fractions

2.5 = 25/10 = 5/2

1.5 = 15/10 = 3/2

2. - Substitution

x² + 5/2x - 3/2 = 0

3. - Conclusion

I rewrite the equation, now it is expressed in fractions. It could be solve by factoring.