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Answer: BSet 4: Quadratic Equations (Intermediate)
Explanation
PROBLEM
For the equation x squared - 10x + 25 = 0, what is the product of the roots?
For the equation x squared - 10x + 25 = 0, what is the product of the roots?
A.
50
B.✓ Correct
25
C.
27
D.
23
Detailed Explanation
Choice B is the best answer. Product of roots = 25/1 = 25
Why others are wrong:
A: 50 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 27 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 23 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.