UI Post-UTME Mathematics 2014 Question 14

Question 14

Quadratic Equations

Given that α and β are the roots of x2 + 5 = 7x, evaluate α + αβ + β

  1. A.12
  2. B.7
  3. C.2
  4. D.−2
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (12)

Explanation

x² − 7x + 5 = 0: α + β = 7 and αβ = 5, total 12.