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Set up and solve a quadratic application problem

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Let \(u\) be the numerical length, in centimetres, of one side of a rectangular card. The other side is \(u - 3\) centimetres. The area is \(28\) square centimetres. Both side lengths are positive

(a)3 marks

Set up the quadratic in zero form. Then record its three coefficients

Use quadratic coefficient 1

(b)2 marks

Determine the meaningful value of \(u\)