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Solving Polynomial Equations with Complex Solutions

Question 2 • FL-1200330-Algebra 2 CR

Find all solutions to the equation x3 + 100x + 8x2 = –800.

Answer
A
–10, –8, 10
B
–10, 8, 10
C
8, –10i, 10i
D
–8, –10i, 10i

Explanation

Move −800 to the left to get x³ + 8x² + 100x + 800 = 0. Factor by grouping: x²(x + 8) + 100(x + 8) = (x + 8)(x² + 100) = 0. Thus x = −8 or x² = −100, which gives x = ±10i; these are the solutions in choice D.

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