Olimpiad question: John and Ben tried to solve the equation ax²+bx+=0.However, each made exactly one error in copying the equation.

[edrichcronje]

John and Ben tried to solve the equation ax²+bx+=0.However, each made exactly one error in copying the equation. The solutions of Johns equation were -2 and -3÷2(fraction) but her value for a was wrong. The solutions of Bens equation were 2 and 3, but his value for b was wrong. Determine the solutions of the correct equation and find the product of the 2 solution.


Please help!!!!

 

[stapel]

John and Ben tried to solve the equation ax²+bx+=0.However, each made exactly one error in copying the equation. The solutions of Johns equation were -2 and -3÷2(fraction) but her value for a was wrong. The solutions of Bens equation were 2 and 3, but his value for b was wrong. Determine the solutions of the correct equation and find the product of the 2 solution.


Please help!!!!

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