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Solving Polynomial Equations with Complex Solutions — Quiz

Question 8 • Algebra 2 with Probability

Find all solutions to the equation 3 x cubed plus 12 x is equal to 2 x squared plus 8

Answer
A
negative 2 comma negative 2 thirds comma 2
B
2 thirds comma negative 2 i comma 2 i
C
negative 2 comma 2 thirds comma 2
D
negative 2 thirds comma negative 2 i comma 2 i

Explanation

Move all terms to one side: 3x³ − 2x² + 12x − 8 = 0. Factor by grouping: x²(3x − 2) + 4(3x − 2) = (3x − 2)(x² + 4) = 0. Thus x = 2/3, or x² = −4, giving x = −2i and x = 2i. These are the solutions in choice B.

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