Polynomials
Solving cubic polynomials
Polynomials
If we are given the one solution of a cubic equation, we follow these steps to find any remaining solutions:
Step 1: If necessary, rearrange the equation to make it equal zero.
Step 2: Use the given solution to factorise the cubic into a linear factor and a quadratic factor.
Step 3: Use factorisation or the quadratic formula to find the remaining solutions.
Step 1: If necessary, rearrange the equation to make it equal zero.
Step 2: Use the given solution to factorise the cubic into a linear factor and a quadratic factor.
Step 3: Use factorisation or the quadratic formula to find the remaining solutions.