how do I get a? | Mathematics | Page 1

lament blaze Jun 9, 2024, 9:45 PM

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lament blaze Jun 9, 2024, 9:46 PM

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On the marking scheme they said that a = 1/2, but how did they get that?

misty axle Jun 9, 2024, 9:46 PM

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it's clear what the roots are, so you know p and q

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then just plug in another point

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that gives you an equation in just a

lament blaze Jun 9, 2024, 9:47 PM

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could you give an example please? 🙏

misty axle Jun 9, 2024, 9:47 PM

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pick a point that isnt a root

lament blaze Jun 9, 2024, 9:49 PM

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So like any point likeee -4? Sorry I’m very slow 😞

misty axle Jun 9, 2024, 9:49 PM

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hint: read part a of the question

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after reading that, say a point that isnt a root

#how do I get a?