GCSE Maths Practice: quadratic-equations

Question 8 of 10

Solve a quadratic with one negative and one positive root.

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\( \text{Solve the quadratic equation: } x^2 - 2x - 8 = 0 \)

Choose one option:

Check the sign and verify both roots by substitution.

Factor as \((x-4)(x+2)=0\) giving x=-2,4.