JEE MainMathematicsQuadratic Equation and InequalitiesMCQ+4 / −1
If and are the roots of the equation, 7x2 – 3x – 2 = 0, then the value of is equal to :
- A
- B
- C
- D
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Correct answer: C
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Given quadratic equation
If are its roots, then by Vieta's formulas:
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We need to find
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Combine the two terms
Using we take a common denominator:
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Simplify the numerator
Factor the last two terms:
So numerator becomes
Substitute values:
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Simplify the denominator
Now,
Also,
Hence,
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Compute
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Match with options
corresponds to Option C.
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Comparison with stored answer
Stored correct answer: C
Our derived answer: C
So the answer agrees with the stored answer.
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