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If x = 3 is a root of the quadratic equation x2 + mx – 9 = 0 then find the value of m. - Mathematics

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If x = 3 is a root of the quadratic equation x2 + mx – 9 = 0 then find the value of m.

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Solution

Given:

x2 + mx − 9 = 0

Substitute x = 3:

(3)2 + m(3) − 9 = 0

9 + 3m − 9 = 0

3m = 0

m = 0

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Chapter 5: Quadratic equations - Exercise 5A [Page 58]

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Nootan Mathematics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 5 Quadratic equations
Exercise 5A | Q 3. | Page 58
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