How to solve quadratic equations and complex numbers

Which approach to the theory-and-research cycle does the following sequence reflect: (1) specific observations suggest generalizations, (2) generalizations produce a tentative theory, (3) the theory is tested through the formation of hypotheses, and (4) hypotheses may provide suggestions for additional observations?

A, b, c, and d have the coordinates (-8, 1), (-2, 4), (-3, -1), and (-6, 5), respectively. which sentence about the points is true? a. a, b, c, and d lie on the same line. b. and are perpendicular lines. c. and are parallel lines. d. and are intersecting lines but are not perpendicular. e. and are parallel lines.

Acompany produces packets of soap powder labeled “giant size 32 ounces.” the actual weight of soap powder in such a box has a normal distribution with a mean of 33 oz and a standard deviation of 0.7 oz. to avoid having dissatisfied customers, the company says a box of soap is considered underweight if it weighs less than 32 oz. to avoid losing money, it labels the top 5% (the heaviest 5%) overweight. how heavy does a box have to be for it to be labeled overweight?