The Square Root Property definitions Flashcards
The Square Root Property definitions
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Quadratic EquationAn algebraic expression set to zero, featuring a variable squared as its highest power, often written in standard form.FactoringA method for solving equations by expressing them as a product of simpler expressions, useful when obvious factors exist.Square Root PropertyA technique for solving equations by isolating a squared term and taking both positive and negative square roots.Standard FormA way of writing quadratic equations as ax squared plus bx plus c equals zero, highlighting coefficients a, b, and c.Squared ExpressionA mathematical term where a variable or group is raised to the second power, often the focus when isolating terms.RadicalA symbol or expression representing the root of a number, commonly appearing in solutions involving square roots.Imaginary UnitA mathematical constant denoted as i, representing the square root of negative one, used in complex solutions.Complex RootA solution to an equation that includes both a real and an imaginary component, often resulting from negative radicands.IsolatingThe process of rearranging an equation to get a specific term alone on one side, crucial before applying the square root property.CoefficientA numerical factor multiplying a variable in an equation, such as a, b, or c in the standard form.Constant TermA value in an equation that does not contain a variable, typically represented as c in standard form.Positive and Negative Square RootsThe two possible values obtained when taking the square root of a number, accounting for both solution branches.RadicandThe value or expression inside a radical symbol, whose root is being considered.Whole Number SolutionA result of an equation that is an integer without fractions or radicals, not always guaranteed in quadratic equations.Fractional SolutionA solution to an equation that is expressed as a ratio of two integers, often appearing after applying the square root property.