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Why quadratic? |
2003-01-21 |
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From Dan:
Why are equations of the form aX2 + bX + c =0 call quadratic? The quad indicates 4 but the power is 2.
Answered by Penny Nom. |
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Why quadratic for a second degree equation? |
2001-10-20 |
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From Jana:
Why do we use the word quadratic to describe second degree equations?
Answered by Penny Nom. |
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Why QUADratic? |
1997-03-19 |
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From Paula Miller:
A student today asked me why a quadratic, with highest power of degree 2, was called a QUADratic. We're awaiting the answer with baited breath! :)
Answered by Chris Fisher and Walter Whiteley. |
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