SOLUTION: For what value of B does the function
f(x) = -3x^2+Bx-4
Have only 1 x-intercept? Find all possible values of B and leave your answer in exact form.
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Question 986740: For what value of B does the function
f(x) = -3x^2+Bx-4
Have only 1 x-intercept? Find all possible values of B and leave your answer in exact form.
Answer by solver91311(24713) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
In order for 
to have one zero with a multiplicity of two, the discriminant, 
must be equal to zero. So solve 
John
My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
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