Topic: finding x-intercepts for quadratics using factoring and quadratic formula. if the given quadratic function can be factored then factor and provide the x-intercepts. if you cannot factor the function then use the quadratic formula to find the x-intercepts.

Barrett is comparing the membership fees for two museums.the art museum charges a one-time fee of $8.25 plus $2.25 per month. the science museum charges a one-time fee of $10.75 plus $3.50 per month. how much does barrett save by joining the art museum instead of the science museum?