Question 9
PolynomialsIf α and β are the roots of 3x2 − 7x + 6 = 0, find the value of 1/α + 1/β.
- A.7/6
- B.7/3
- C.14/5
- D.14/3
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Answer: A (7/6)
Explanation
α + β = 7/3, αβ = 2. 1/α + 1/β = (α + β)/αβ = 7/6.
If α and β are the roots of 3x2 − 7x + 6 = 0, find the value of 1/α + 1/β.
Answer: A (7/6)
α + β = 7/3, αβ = 2. 1/α + 1/β = (α + β)/αβ = 7/6.