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In each equation solve for the variable and compare. I. $x^{2} - 19 x + 90 = 0$
II. $y^{2} - 13 y + 40 = 0$

Competition practiceQuadratic Comparison

A $x$ ≥ $y$
B $x > y$
C $x$ ≤ $y$
D $x < y$

Step-by-Step Solution

x = 9

or 10 and

y = 5

or 8. The smallest

x

(9) is greater than the largest

y

(8), so

x > y

.

Answer: B)

x > y

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