Evaluate the discriminant for the equation. Then use it to predict the number of distinct solutions, and whether they are rational, irrational, or nonreal complex.v2 - 5v - 3 = 0

A. Two distinct irrational solutions
B. Two distinct nonreal complex solutions
C. Two distinct rational solutions
D. One rational solution (a double solution)


Answer: A

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