Quadratic Formula Calculator
ax² + bx + c = 0
Understanding the Quadratic Formula
The quadratic formula is used to solve quadratic equations in the form ax² + bx + c = 0. For any quadratic equation:
- a is the coefficient of x²
- b is the coefficient of x
- c is the constant term
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the coefficients a, b, and c from your quadratic equation
- Click "Solve" to get the solution
- The calculator will show:
- The x-intercepts (solutions)
- The discriminant (b² - 4ac)
- The vertex point (highest or lowest point)
- The axis of symmetry
Types of Solutions
- Two real solutions: When discriminant > 0
- One real solution: When discriminant = 0
- Two complex solutions: When discriminant < 0