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Answer: ASet 3: Quadratic Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
For the equation x squared - 3x + 2 = 0, what is the sum of the roots?
For the equation x squared - 3x + 2 = 0, what is the sum of the roots?
A.✓ Correct
3
B.
1
C.
2
D.
5
Detailed Explanation
Choice A is the best answer. Sum of roots = -(-3)/1 = 3
Why others are wrong:
B: 1 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 5 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.