LEARNING MODULE

MATHEMATICS G9 Quarter 1

MODULE 3: The Nature of the Roots

of Quadratic Equation

 In this module, you will be able to:

- Characterize the roots of quadratic equations using the discriminant.

PRE-ASSESSMENT
Directions: In this part, you will find out how much you already know about the
lesson in this module. Read the items carefully and choose the letter of your answer.
Write your answer on a separate sheet.

1. Determine the values of a, b, and c of the quadratic equation 3x2 – 4x = 8.

A. a=3, b=4, c=8 C. a=3, b=-4, c=-8
B. a=3, b=-4, c=8 D. a=-3, b=-4, c=-8

2. Which part of the quadratic formula expresses the discriminant of quadratic

equations? Quadratic formula :
A. B. C. b2 – 4ac D.

3. What is the nature of the roots of a quadratic equation with discriminant of 10?
A. Real, rational and equal C. Real, rational and not equal
B. Real, irrational and not equal D. No real roots

4. Which of the following could be the discriminant of a quadratic equation with

roots that are real, rational and are not equal?
A. -1 B. 0 C. 7 D. 25
 Lesson
The Nature of Roots of Quadratic
1 Equations
Every day is a good opportunity to learn new things and make connections on the things you
already know. The knowledge and skills you previously learned will help you understand the topic
in this self-learning module. Start this lesson by checking your prior knowledge on writing
quadratic equation into its standard form. This is a pre-requisite to this lesson.

DISCUSSION
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NAME: DATE:
GRADE LEVEL: RATING:

ACTIVITY 1. FIND MY ROOTS!

WRITE YOUR ANSWER HERE:

ACTIVITY 2.
ACTIVITY 3.

GENERALIZATION QUESTION:
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