Nonlinear Equations in One Variable and Systems of Equations

SAT Math· difficulty 3/5

Solve 3x22x1=03x^2 - 2x - 1 = 0.

  • A

    x=1,1/3x = 1, -1/3

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  • B

    x=1,1/3x = -1, 1/3

  • C

    x=1,1/3x = -1, -1/3

  • D

    x=1,1/3x = 1, 1/3

Explanation

(3x+1)(x1)=0(3x + 1)(x - 1) = 0, so x=1x = 1 or x=1/3x = -1/3.

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