Find the discriminant of the quadratic equation x2 + 5 x – 3 = 0
x2 + 5 x – 3 = 0
Value of discriminant D = (5)2 – 4(-3)
= 25 +12
= 37
Find the discriminant of the quadratic equation 3x2–5x+2=0 and hence, find the nature of the roots.