The quadratic formula quickly solves a quadratic equation. Simplifying your answer often takes a bit of time. In today's lesson you'll practice many of the steps that often confuse students as they simplify their answer to a quadratic equation. This material is covered on pages 299 through 305 in the Engaging Algebra textbook.
6.9 Preparing for the Quadratic Formula
After working through this material you'll be able to simplify the answer you'll have after using the quadratic formula to solve an equation in the next chapter.