PRC-2 · Chapter 1 · Question 22 of 45
What is the discriminant of the quadratic equation 3x^2 - 4x + 2 = 0?
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Correct answer: A) -8
Explanation
The discriminant formula is b^2 - 4ac. Here, a = 3, b = -4, and c = 2. (-4)^2 - 4(3)(2) = 16 - 24 = -8. Because it is negative, this equation has no real roots.
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