The Probability That a Quadratic Equation Has Real Roots: An Exercise in Problem Solving.

Kimmins, Dovie

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Publication Date: 1991

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The Probability That a Quadratic Equation Has Real Roots: An Exercise in Problem Solving.

Kimmins, Dovie

Mathematics Teacher, v84 n3 p222-27 Mar 1991

Described is a solution to the problem and a discussion of a computer estimation of the probability. A computer program written in Turbo Pascal and two sample runs are provided. Computations for a more general problem of this nature and changes in the program necessary for use with Apple Pascal are appended. (CW)

Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Equations (Mathematics), High Schools, Learning Activities, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Instruction, Problem Solving, Secondary School Mathematics, Teaching Methods, Trigonometry

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Computer Programs

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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