Algebra 5
2 marks · EasySolve the quadratic equation .
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x = 0, x = -3
Also accept: x = -3 and x = 0
Common mistakes: Only one root given
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Marking points
M1 · 1 mark · Attempts to factorise correctly (e.g. x(x + 3) = 0)
A1 · 1 mark · Both roots found: x = 0, x = -3
Worked solution
Factorise: x(x + 3) = 0