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Answer: ASet 1: Quadratic Equations (Advanced)
Explanation
PROBLEM
For the equation x squared - 3x + 2 = 0, what is the product of the roots?
For the equation x squared - 3x + 2 = 0, what is the product of the roots?
A.✓ Correct
2
B.
4
C.
1
D.
4
Detailed Explanation
Choice A is the best answer. Product of roots = 2/1 = 2
Why others are wrong:
B: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 4 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.