The quadratic formula quickly solves a quadratic equation. Simplifying your answer though, 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 299-304 in the Engaging Algebra textbook.
6.9 Preparing for the Quadratic Formula
After working through this material you'll be able to simplify the kinds of answers you get when you use the quadratic formula. (You'll be using the quadratic formula in chapter 7.)