The given quadratic equation is3x2 + 13x + 14 = 0Putting a = – 2, we getL.H.S. = 3.(–2)2 + 13.(–2) + 14= 3 x 4 – 26 + 14= 12 – 26 + 14= 26 – 26 = 0 = R.H.S.Hence, x = – 2 is a solution of 3x2 + 13x + 14 = 0 Proved.