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Paulo2014
Aug24-08, 04:32 AM
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data
Find the range of values of k for which the roots of the equation
are not real.



2. Relevant equations
y = x2 + (k - 2) x + (k + 3)


3. The attempt at a solution
I have no idea...
1. The problem statement, all variables and given/known data



2. Relevant equations



3. The attempt at a solution

dirk_mec1
Aug24-08, 05:12 AM
Look at the discriminant.

tiny-tim
Aug24-08, 05:23 AM
Look at the discriminant.

Or complete the square (same result, obviously) :smile: