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If the equation 9x^2 + 6kx + 4 = 0 has equal roots then k = ? (a) 2 or 0 (b) –2 or 0 (c) 2 or –2 (d) 0 only

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Question

If the equation 9x2 + 6kx + 4 = 0 has equal roots then k = ?

Options

  • 2 or 0

  • –2 or 0

  • 2 or –2 

  • 0 only

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Solution

2 or –2 

Explanation:

It is given that the roots of the equation (9x2 + 6kx + 4 = 0) are equal.

∴ (b2 – 4ac) = 0

⇒ (6k)2 – 4 × 9 × 4 = 0

⇒ 36k2 = 144

⇒ k2 = 4

⇒ k = ±2

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Chapter 4: Quadratic Equations - TEST YOURSELF [Page 239]

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R.S. Aggarwal Mathematics [English] Class 10
Chapter 4 Quadratic Equations
TEST YOURSELF | Q 17. | Page 239
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