root
Chinese equivalent: 根
root A value of x that satisfies f(x) = 0, also called a zero.
Syllabus path: Sets and Inequalities › Basic Properties and Solutions of Inequalities › Quadratic Inequalities
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root A value of x that satisfies f(x) = 0, also called a zero.
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Quadratic Inequalities
Quadratic Inequalities Quadratic inequalities are a high - frequency topic in the CSCA exam. The core strategy is "Combining Algebra and Geometry"—using the graph (parabola) of the quadratic function y = ax²⁺bx + c to determine the range of x. 1. Standard Solution Steps Mnemonic:…
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