What is a general formula? - The Independent of Hidalgo.com.mx

In mathematics, a general formula is an algebraic expression that allows solving a specific type of problem in a systematic way. In particular, when talking about the general formula in the context of quadratic equations, reference is made to the tool that facilitates finding the solutions of any equation of the second degree of form: ax2 + bx + c = 0 where a, b and c are real coefficients, and to 0. This formula is essential in the study of alg…