Use a Graphing Utility to Find or Approximate Solutions to the Equation

question 158

Multiple Choice

Use a graphing utility to find or approximate solutions to the equation. If necessary, round your answers to three decimal
places.
- $$x ^ { 2 } + 5 x = - 3$$

• A) \(4.303,0.697\)
• B) \(- 3.197 , - 3.197\)
• C) \(0.541 , - 5.541\)
• D) \(- 0.697 , - 4.303\)

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Definitions:

Economic Order Quantity (EOQ)

A formula used by businesses to determine the optimal order quantity to minimize total inventory costs.

Carrying Costs

The total cost of holding inventory, which includes warehousing, insurance, spoilage, and opportunity costs.

Ordering Costs

Expenses associated with placing orders for inventory, including administrative expenses, delivery charges, and any other costs related to buying goods or services.

Carrying Costs

Carrying costs are the total expenses associated with holding or storing inventories over a certain period.