Asked by math

solve the equation for x using the quadratic formula:

3x^2 + 8x + 1 = 0

Work:

I tried factoring it, but I can't do it.

(3x + ?)(x + ?)
I'm thinking the ? = 1 but that won't work.
Answered by DrBob222
The problem says to solve it using the quadratic formula? Why are you trying to factor it?
Answered by math
Ahh wait I got it. I was thinking something weird. I jus thave to plug it in
Answered by Ellen
3x^2-8x+1=0
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