Double Roots

An interesting phenomenon in algebraic polynomials is called a double root. It occurs when two roots of a polynomial are the same.

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Root 1
Root 2

What happens when the two roots are the same? How is it different than when the two roots are different? Why do you think this is so? (Hint: Think about positive vs negative numbers)

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