Solving Quadratic Equation: (a+b+c)^2

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The discussion focuses on solving the quadratic equation ax² + bx + c = 0, where the roots are given as p/(p+1) and (p-1)/p. The objective is to determine the value of (a+b+c)² based on these roots. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding polynomial roots and their implications for deriving the coefficients a, b, and c. The conclusion reached is that careful manipulation of the roots leads to a definitive expression for (a+b+c)².

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Homework Statement



if roots of the equation ax^2+bx+c=0 be the form of p/(p+1) and (p-1)/p,the the value of (a+b+c)^2 is?

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Think about what a "root" of a polynomial means and from there use the roots that you are given to deduce what you need.
 

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