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I need to use the quadratic formula to solve. I see no option for this. Without this I have monies for thisz. Where is this option?

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The solution provided is correct.
As there are different ways to solve an equation, the solver is using the most simple one. 
If you want to solve using the quadratic formula

you'll need to type the formula yourself with the quotients from the equation:​

2m^2+2m-12=0 divide both sides by 2

m^2 + m - 6 = 0

So,

a = 1

b = 1

c = -6

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