WAEC Mathematics 2009 Question 37

Question 37

Quadratic Equations

If c and k are the roots of 6 − x − x2 = 0, find c + k.

  1. A.2
  2. B.1
  3. C.−1
  4. D.−3
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Answer: C (−1)

Explanation

6 − x − x2 = (2 − x)(3 + x), so the roots are 2 and −3, and c + k = −1.