Solve the Quadratic Equation $n = \frac { 3 } { 4 } \text { or } n = - \frac { 5 } { 4 }$

question 215

Multiple Choice

Solve the quadratic equation. (4 x + 1) ² = 16

• A) \(n = \frac { 3 } { 4 } \text { or } n = - \frac { 5 } { 4 }\)
• B) x = 3 or x = \(-\) 3
• C) \(n = \frac { 3 } { 4 } \text { or } n = - \frac { 3 } { 4 }\)
• D) x = 3 or x = 5

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Definitions:

Entrenched Meanders

Meandering rivers or streams that have cut deeply into the landscape, creating steep banks or cliffs, often a result of a drop in base level or uplift of the land.

Regional Uplift

The upward movement of the Earth's surface over a broad area, often due to tectonic forces, leading to changes in landscape and elevation.

Low-gradient River

A river with a gentle slope, resulting in slow water movement and often meandering courses.

Downcutting

The erosional process by which a river cuts downward into its bed, deepening the river channel.