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If the roots of the quadratic equation 2x^2 + 8x + k = 0 are equal then find the value of k.

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If the roots of the quadratic equation 2x2 + 8x + k = 0 are equal then find the value of k.

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Solution

It is given that the roots of the quadratic equation 2x2 + 8x + k = 0 are equal. 

∴ D = 0 

⇒ 82 – 4 × 2 × k = 0 

⇒ 64 – 8k = 0 

⇒ k = 8 

Hence, the value of k is 8.

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Chapter 4: Quadratic Equations - TEST YOURSELF [Page 240]

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R.S. Aggarwal Mathematics [English] Class 10
Chapter 4 Quadratic Equations
TEST YOURSELF | Q 38. | Page 240
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