SOLUTION: how do I solve p(x)=x^2-2x+3

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Question 146676: how do I solve p(x)=x^2-2x+3
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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how do I solve p(x)=x^2-2x+3
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You cannot "solve" it as it stands.
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You can factor it:
p(x) = (x-3)(x+1)
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If x^2-2x+3 = 0 you can solve it.
x = 3 or x = -1
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Cheers,
Stan H.