Quadratic Equations in Maths

Last Updated : 6 Aug, 2026

A quadratic equation is an equation in which the highest power of the variable is 2, for example x2 + 5x + 6 = 0.

The standard form of a quadratic equation is:

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General form

Real-Life Examples

  • The area of a square is proportional to the square of its side: A = s2
  • The stopping distance of a vehicle is approximately proportional to the square of its speed: d ∝ v2
  • Satellite dishes are often designed in the shape of a parabola, which is represented by a quadratic function such as: y = x2

Foundations

Learn the core concepts to build a strong foundation.

Roots of Quadratic Equations

Understand how solutions (roots) work.

Solving Methods

Different methods to actually solve quadratic equations.

Practice

Test your understanding with some practice and quizzes.

For Programmers

How quadratic equations are implemented in programming.

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