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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

If a quadratic equation has roots α and β, then the equation can be written as:
Options
A (x-α)(x+β)
B x² - (α+β)x + αβ
Correct Answer
C x² + αx + β
D x² - (α-β)x + α+β
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The equation is x² - (sum)x + (product) = 0.

Hint

The notes indicate answer B.

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