6
Answer: BSet 3: Quadratic Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Recent studies show that for the equation x squared - 4x + 3 = 0, what is the sum of the roots?
For the equation x squared - 4x + 3 = 0, what is the sum of the roots?
A.
6
B.✓ Correct
4
C.
8
D.
2
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 1] Choice B is the best answer. Sum of roots = -(-4)/1 = 4
Why others are wrong:
A: 6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 2 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.