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The sum of the roots of the equation x^2 – 6x + 2 = 0 is ______. (a) 2 (b) –2 (c) 6 (d) – 6

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The sum of the roots of the equation x2 – 6x + 2 = 0 is ______.

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  • 2

  • –2

  • 6

  • – 6

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Solution

The sum of the roots of the equation x2 – 6x + 2 = 0 is 6.

Explanation: 

Sum of the roots of the equation x2 – 6x + 2 = 0 is  

`α + β = -b/a = -(-6)/1 = 6`, where α and β are the roots of the equation. 

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Chapter 4: Quadratic Equations - TEST YOURSELF [Page 238]

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R.S. Aggarwal Mathematics [English] Class 10
Chapter 4 Quadratic Equations
TEST YOURSELF | Q 6. | Page 238
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