Use the quadratic formula to solve for ( x ). [ 3 x^{2}+8 x=-1 ] Round your answer to the nearest hundredth. If there is more than one solution, separate them with commas.
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The standard form of a quadratic equation is \(ax^2 + bx + c = 0\). So, we rewrite the given equation as \(3x^2 + 8x + 1 = 0\). Show more…
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