Sample 1999 Augmented STAR Math Items

High School Algebra II
Standard 8
Students solve and graph quadratic equations by factoring,
completing the square, or using the quadratic formula. Students
apply these techniques in solving word problems. They also
solve quadratic equations in the complex number system.

What are the solutions to the equation 3x2 + 2x + 1 = 0 ?

(Correct answer is J)

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