Easy 761 likes

Question

If the roots of the equation x² − 22x + 105 = 0 are α and β, then find the value of 1/α + 1/β

WBBSE Class X Mathematics Quadratic Equation With One Variable 02 Mark 2024

Answer

For ax² + bx + c = 0,

sum of roots α + β = −b/a

and product αβ = c/a.

Here a = 1, b = −22, c = 105

⇒ α + β = 22 and αβ = 105.

So, 1/α + 1/β = (α + β) / (αβ) = 22 / 105

Related Questions

More WBBSE Easy level questions

1/12
Easy
1
Q. Write the names of two bio-degradable polymers.
A. Examples of biodegradable polymers : Polylactic acid (PLA) Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB)
Easy
Q. Explain the difference between minerals and ores.
A. Minerals Ores Minerals are naturally occurring substances found in the Earth’s crust....
Easy
1
Q. Name two copper containing alloys. State one use of each alloy.
A. Two copper alloys: Copper Alloy Composition Uses Brass Copper (Cu): 60–80% Zinc...
Moderate
1
Q. How can the given conversion be carried out?
A. The given conversion of ethene (H₂C = CH₂) to ethane (H₃C –...
Easy
Q. What is now used in electrical circuits instead of fuse wire?
A. MCB / Miniature circuit breaker
Easy
Q. What type of lens is used as a magnifying glass?
A. Convex lens Explanation: Convex lens forms virtual, erect, magnified image for objects...
Easy
Q. Name the greenhouse gas discharged from a refrigerator.
A. CFC / HFC
Easy
Q. Which layer of atmosphere is susceptible to storm and rain?
A. Troposphere Explanation: Troposphere is the lowest layer nearest to Earth's surface, where...
Easy
Q. Which metal is used as catalyst in Haber’s process for preparation of ammonia?
A. The metal used as a catalyst in the Haber’s process for the...
Easy
Q. Which gas is produced at the cathode during electrolysis of acidified water?
A. Hydrogen. Explanation: In electrolysis of acidified water with Pt electrodes, H⁺ ions...
Easy
Q. State True or False: Electrolysis always involves the process of oxidation-reduction.
A. True. Explanation: Electrolysis drives chemical reactions using electrical energy, involving oxidation at...
Easy
Q. Which one of the following is the unit of electrical energy? (a) Watt (b) Ohm...
A. (c) Kilowatt-hour Explanation: Electrical power is defined as work done per unit...