Solve the Quadratic Equation Using the Quadratic Formula (If Necessary $x ^ { 2 } + 16 x + 100 = 0$

question 68

Multiple Choice

Solve the quadratic equation using the quadratic formula (if necessary, round the result to three significant digits) . $x ^ { 2 } + 16 x + 100 = 0$

• A) \(x = - 8 + 7 j , \quad x = - 8 - 7 j\)
• B) \(x = - 7 + 6 j , \quad x = - 7 - 6 j\)
• C) \(x = - 8 , \quad x = - 8\)
• D) \(x = - 8 + 6 j , \quad x = - 8 - 6 j\)
• E) \(x = - 7 + 7 j , \quad x = - 7 - 7 j\)

Understand the disadvantages and environmental impacts of conventional natural gas.

Identify and characterize various forms of unconventional oil and their extraction implications.

Recognize the logistics and safety concerns associated with the transportation of natural gas.

Compare the environmental and energetic yields of unconventional vs. conventional oil sources.

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