7 Ways To Factor Second Degree Polynomials Quadratic Equations

If you cannot identify where your graph crosses the x axis by sight, press [2nd] and then [TRACE]. Press [2] or select “zero”. Slide the cursor to the left of an intersect and press [ENTER]. Slide the cursor to the right of an intersect and press [ENTER]. Slide the cursor as close as possible to the intersect and press [ENTER]. The calculator will find the x value. Do this for the other intersect also.