Solve the Equation Using the Quadratic Formula (When Necessary, Round $3 z ^ { 2 } + 9 z + 3 = 0$

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Short Answer

Solve the equation using the quadratic formula (when necessary, round results to three significant digits). $3 z ^ { 2 } + 9 z + 3 = 0$

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