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Quadratic Equation Calculator

Struggling with a quadratic equation? Our calculator instantly finds the roots, calculates the discriminant, tells you whether the roots are real or complex, and breaks down the parabola's key properties — perfect for students and quick problem-solving.

This calculator is useful in several situations, including Algebra, Mathematics Education, Engineering, Physics, Competitive Exams, Graph Analysis, Research, and Polynomial Equations. In each case, it applies the correct formula automatically so you get a precise result without manual calculation.

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Quadratic Equation Calculator

Solve equations of the form ax² + bx + c = 0, find roots, discriminant, and vertex instantly.

How the Quadratic Equation Calculator Works

Follow these simple steps to get accurate results instantly.

1

Enter Coefficients

Enter values for a, b, and c.

2

Calculate Discriminant

The calculator finds b² - 4ac.

3

Find Roots

Roots are calculated using the quadratic formula.

4

View Results

See roots, discriminant, and root type.

Quadratic Formula

x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / 2a

A quadratic equation is written as ax² + bx + c = 0. The quadratic formula calculates the roots of the equation using the coefficients a, b, and c.

Example Calculation

Input: a=1, b=-5, c=6

Output: Roots = 2 and 3

Common Uses

  • Algebra
  • Mathematics Education
  • Engineering
  • Physics
  • Competitive Exams
  • Graph Analysis
  • Research
  • Polynomial Equations

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about this calculator.

A quadratic equation is a second-degree polynomial equation written as ax² + bx + c = 0.