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Introduction to the Quadratic Formula

Question 8 • Common Core Algebra I 2014 - MA3109 B-CR

Which statement is true about the quadratic equation 8x2 − 5x + 3 = 0?

Answer
A
The constant term is 8.
B
The constant term is −5.
C
The leading coefficient is 8.
D
The leading coefficient is −5.

Explanation

In standard form, a quadratic equation is written as ax² + bx + c = 0. For 8x² − 5x + 3 = 0, the leading coefficient—the number multiplying x²—is 8, and the constant term is 3. Therefore, the true statement is that the leading coefficient is 8.

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