Junior High

School
Mathematics Area

Proficiency Task 1.2

NATURE OF ROOTS
Mathematics 9

Name: _________________________________ Date: _______________

Grade & Section: _________________________ Score: ____________/15

Directions: Solve each problem. Show your complete solutions and box the final answer.
(3 points each)
2
1. Solve each problem, for the equation 5x − 6x + k = 0.

a. Find the value of k, so that the equation has only one rational number solution.
b. Find the range of values of k for which the equation has two real number solutions
c. Find the range of values of k for which the equation has no real number solution.

2. How can you use the discriminant in deciding whether a quadratic equation can be solved by
factoring?

3. Discuss the step-by-step procedure on how to determine the quadratic equation in standard
form when the roots are 5 and -6.

Solutions: